Crema De Puerros Y Papas A La Canaria (canarian Style Leek And Potato Soup)
Crema de Puerros y Papas a la Canaria, or Canarian Style Leek and Potato Soup, is a traditional dish from the Canary Islands known for its simple yet flavorful ingredients. This creamy and comforting soup is perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.
Ingredients
- 4 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced
- 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the leeks in olive oil over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh ground black pepper.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Large pot Immersion blender or regular blender
Tools
Cutting board Knife Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Crema de Puerros y Papas a la Canaria with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a slightly less creamy but still delicious soup.
Cost
$10