Description
Experience the refreshing taste of Classic Vichyssoise Soup, a chilled creamy delight perfect for summer. This elegant yet easy-to-make soup combines tender leeks, sweet onions, and creamy potatoes for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 large potatoes (Yukon gold or russets recommended)
- 6 large leeks (white and light green parts only, rinsed thoroughly)
- 1 quart chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Chives, for garnish
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, warm olive oil and butter over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering.
- Add the chopped sweet onion and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the sliced leeks and cook until softened, roughly 4-5 minutes.
- Toss in the diced potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and sauté briefly for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, increase the heat to boil, then decrease to simmer for 30 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until it reaches a silky smooth consistency.
- Mix in the heavy cream and warm gently on low heat for 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Allow the soup to cool down at room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator.
- Chill for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld beautifully.
- Just before serving, garnish with freshly chopped chives.
Notes
- Allow the soup to cool completely before chilling for optimal flavor.
- Can be served warm or chilled.
- Prepare this Classic Vichyssoise Soup 1-2 days in advance for enhanced depth of flavors.
- Carefully wash leeks to remove any grit.
- For a silkier texture, blend the soup longer until completely smooth.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of paprika to elevate presentation and flavor.
- Store the soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- For longer storage, freeze in portions for up to 2 months.
- If your Classic Vichyssoise Soup is too thick, gently reheat and stir in broth or cream until desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: APPETIZERS
- Method: Stovetop, Blended
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg