Crema De Puerros Y Patatas A La Asturiana (asturian Style Leek And Potato Soup)
Crema de Puerros y Patatas a la Asturiana, or Asturian Style Leek and Potato Soup, is a classic dish from the Asturian region of Spain. This creamy and comforting soup is perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day.
Ingredients
- 4 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced
- 3 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the leeks and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the diced potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and some chopped chives if desired.
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 Serving bowls
Tools
Cutting board Knife Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the Crema de Puerros y Patatas a la Asturiana with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream.
Cost
$10