Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Rustic Potato Leek Soup, a comforting dish that perfectly captures the essence of cozy evenings. This gluten-free and vegan soup combines the hearty flavors of Yukon Gold potatoes and tender leeks for a rich, savory experience. With minimal effort required, you can enjoy this delightful recipe at family gatherings or as a soothing meal on chilly nights. Customize each bowl with your favorite toppings like homemade croutons, grated Parmesan, or fresh chives to suit your taste. This nourishing soup is not just satisfying but also packed with nutrients!
Ingredients
- Olive oil (or butter)
- White onion
- Leeks
- Celery
- Garlic
- Dry white wine (optional)
- Yukon Gold potatoes
- Vegetable stock
- Fresh thyme
- Bay leaves
- Cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add leeks, celery, and garlic; sauté for another 3 minutes.
- Deglaze with white wine, scraping up browned bits from the pot.
- Stir in potatoes, vegetable stock, thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and cayenne. Mix well.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on medium-low for 10–15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Discard bay leaves and thyme; season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg