Creamy Crème Vichyssoise Soup Recipe

Added by Fernanda Martins, May 16, 2024
soups → cold-soup
Global cuisine

Luxuriate in the creamy delight of Crème Vichyssoise Soup, featuring velvety potatoes and subtle leeks, topped with a swirl of cream.

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Recipe:

Ingrediens

• 3 large leeks, white and light green parts only, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and white pepper, to taste
• Fresh chives, finely chopped for garnish
• Additional cream, for serving

Directions

1. Sauté the Leeks:
2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add chopped leeks and cook gently until they are soft but not browned, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure they cook evenly.
3. Cook the Potatoes:
4. 2. Add the diced potatoes and broth to the saucepan. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and continue to simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
5. Blend the Soup:
6. 3. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, cool the mixture slightly and carefully blend in batches using a standard blender.
7. Finish with Cream:
8. 4. Return the puréed soup to the stove on low heat and stir in the heavy cream. Warm through but do not allow the soup to boil. Season with salt and white pepper to your taste.
9. Chill:
10. 5. Transfer the soup to a refrigerator-safe container and chill thoroughly, preferably overnight.
11. Serve:
12. 6. Serve the chilled soup in bowls, garnished with a swirl of cream and sprinkled with chopped chives.

Nutrition Facts

Tips and Tricks

1. For an exceptionally smooth texture, strain the soup through a fine sieve after blending. To enhance the flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or garnish with crispy leek rings just before serving.

Historical & Cultural Overview

Crème Vichyssoise, rooted in French culinary tradition yet popularized in America, has graced tables from humble homes to grand banquets, celebrated for its simplicity and comforting qualities.

Reviews & Rating

Sophia Brown :

May 17, 2024

Absolutely perfect! The texture and flavors are so well-balanced. It's like a warm hug in a bowl, even when served cold.

Isabella Wilson :

May 17, 2024

This Vichyssoise is pure heaven! Creamy, comforting, with just the right touch of elegance. It's my go-to for dinner parties.

Eve B. :

May 22, 2024

Thansk for recipe :)