Cream of Leek and Potato Soup

Recipe courtesy Julia Child, Julia's Kitchen Wisdom, Alfred A. Knopf, 2000

Show: Emeril LiveEpisode: Tribute to Julia Child

Rated: 4 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (10)

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Cook Time:
30 min
Level:
--
Yield:
6 servings

Times:

Prep: 20 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 30 min
Total:: 50 min

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Ingredients

3 cups sliced leeks, white and tender green parts
3 cups peeled and roughly chopped baking potatoes, like russets
6 cups water
11/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
1/3 cup minced chives or parsley

Directions

In a large heavy saucepan, bring the leeks, potatoes, water, and salt to the boil over high heat. Cover partially, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Correct the seasoning, to taste, and puree with a handheld immersion blender, or in batches in a food processor.

Whisk in the cream and reheat before serving. Top each serving with a dollop of creme fraiche and sprinkling of fresh chives.

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recipe Cream of Leek and Potato Soup
null null, null 10-03-2009
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Julia Childs Leek and Potato Soup
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

Recipe has an error in it. The salt level of 11/2 tsp must be an error and does agree with her recipe. Would suggest 1/4 tsp.... Otherwise the recipe is good. R.WRead more
recipe Cream of Leek and Potato Soup
Drew Staten Island, NY 10-22-2008
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Less is More
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Easy, quick and to the point. Yes, there are plenty of recipes for this soup utilizing many more ingredients; creating... layers of flavors. However, thanks to Julia, we still can serve a pure soup that provides us the basic taste structure of a traditional dish. Always a hit with my guests.Read more
recipe Cream of Leek and Potato Soup
Anonymous 09-30-2007
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Crowd pleaser....
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is an easy recipe and a great crowd pleaser. What a great appetizer for a dinner party. Everyone loved this...
recipe Cream of Leek and Potato Soup
Anonymous 08-01-2005
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so simple so good
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

really really yummy. I wouldn't change a thing.
recipe Cream of Leek and Potato Soup
Anonymous 07-19-2005
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all right
Rated: 2 stars out of 5

just all right
recipe Cream of Leek and Potato Soup
WILLIAM Frederick, MD 05-11-2005
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GREAT Soup
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

Easy to make and just great for winter lunches as the main course or a nice dinner appetizer.