Potato and Leek Soup
Anraith Práta agus Cainneanna (AN-rih PRAW-ta AH-gus KAN-anna)
Potato and Leek Soup
A velvety smooth soup of potatoes and leeks simmered in stock, finished with cream and chives — Ireland's most comforting bowl.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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1
Melt butter in a large pot. Gently sweat leeks and onion for 8 min until soft but not browned.
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2
Add potatoes and stock. Bring to a boil, then simmer 20 min until potatoes are very tender.
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3
Blend until silky smooth using an immersion blender.
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4
Stir in cream, season with salt, white pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
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5
Reheat gently without boiling.
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Serve in warmed bowls with a swirl of cream and snipped chives.
Did You Know?
This soup is so beloved in Ireland that it appears on nearly every pub and restaurant menu in the country, often simply listed as "soup of the day."
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- large pot
- immersion blender
- ladle
Garnishing
cream swirl, chives, black pepper
Accompaniments
The Story Behind Potato and Leek Soup
Potato and leek soup is the essence of Irish comfort cooking. With potatoes arriving in the 16th century and leeks growing wild for millennia, this simple combination has sustained Irish families through centuries. Every cook has their own version, but all agree it should be silky and generous.
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