I want to make a confession. This is a very simple and classic soup. There… I said it! I am not bringing you some fancy-schmancy recipe today. Just an old classic… Flavored as per my liking and made skinny of course! I didn’t even want to post this recipe for its sheer simplicity. But the flavors were so bang on that I had to bring it forward to you guys!
This soup is so hearty that it is a complete meal in itself. Make this on a cloudy, rainy, grey, cold evening, have it curled up under a blanket and it won’t disappoint you! The aroma of the soup will soothe your mind and soul. It will love you back! (Really!!!) I made this on one such rainy Saturday afternoon and it did hug me back! 🙂
This recipe is inspired by Jamie Oliver‘s book Ministry Of Food. He says that this soup is also surprisingly delicious eaten fridge-cold on a summer’s day with a squeeze of lemon juice and a dollop of natural yogurt. I would love to try it this way too! But I might have to wait for the next summer to arrive…
All the ingredients used in this soup are very earthy… just like rain. Leek is a dominant flavor in here. While celery adds a nice boost of flavor, carrot adds a touch of sweetness and potatoes give it a creamy texture. I would recommend not skipping onion powder and thyme for a complete experience.
Make this soup and bask in the serenity of warmth the soup surrounds you with!
Skinny Potato & Leek Soup
Serves: 2-3 | Prep time: 5-7 minutes | Cook time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1/2 tsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 leek
- 1 carrot, peeled & sliced
- 1 stick celery with leaves, sliced
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dry thyme
- 600 ml vegetable stock
- 2 large potatoes, peeled & diced
- salt & pepper, as per taste
Directions:
*Preparing Leek : Cut the ends off leek and discard. Quarter the leek lengthwise, wash under running water to remove all the grit and cut them into slices. Save a 2-inch piece from the end of leek and julienne it for garnishing.
- Heat a deep sauce pan on a high heat and add olive oil to it. Add garlic, leek, carrot and celery to the pan and sauté for around 5 minutes with the lid askew on a medium heat.
- Add onion powder, thyme and vegetable stock to the pan. Let it simmer on high heat till the stock has come to a boil.
- Add potatoes and give the soup a good stir with wooden spoon. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes with the lid on. At this point the potatoes would be just cooked and soft. Do not overcook them.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper. Pulse until smooth using a hand blender. Adjust the seasoning and consistency as per your liking. Serve garnished with julienned leek.