Express Leek and Potato Soup
Express Leek and Potato Soup is a comforting recipe, perfect for evenings when time is short. With its quick and simple preparation, this tasty soup will delight the taste buds of the whole family. It combines the sweetness of leeks and the melt-in-your-mouth texture of potato, all enhanced by the salty flavor of bacon lardons. It’s an ideal dish for a starter or even a light meal accompanied by bread. Additionally, it suits those looking to eat healthily without sacrificing taste. Perfect for weekday meals, this recipe could also serve as a base with variations. You can add herbs like thyme or chives to further personalize it. In no time, this comforting soup can be on the table with minimal ingredients and effort. Don’t hesitate and treat yourself to this delicious soup that combines speed and delight!
- Preparation time: 10 mins
- Cooking time: 10 mn
- Servings: for 2 people
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- - 1 liter of water with a chicken stock cube
- - 3 to 4 leeks, depending on their size
- - 1 large potato, peeled
- - 75 g of bacon lardons
Preparation
1. Bring the water to a boil with the chicken stock cube.
2. Meanwhile, slice the leeks and potato into very thin rounds (a cutting board simplifies this task).
3. Add the rounds to the boiling water and let simmer for about ten minutes.
4. In a separate pan, brown the bacon lardons without adding any fat and incorporate them into the soup just before serving.
5. According to your preference, it is possible not to add salt to the soup.
