Sopa Cremosa De Puerros (creamy Leek Soup)
Sopa Cremosa de Puerros, or Creamy Leek Soup, is a classic dish from Cantabrian cuisine. This smooth and velvety soup is perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.
Ingredients
- 4 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced leeks and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Large pot Immersion blender
Tools
Cutting board Knife Soup ladle
Serving suggestions
Serve the Creamy Leek Soup 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.
Cost
$10