Classic Vichyssoise

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This vichyssoise is a very simple recipe that tastes great. What could be better? Serve cold or warm.

Submitted by 2doulas
Updated on November 14, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
55 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 3 leeks, bulb only, sliced into rings

  • 1 onion, sliced

  • 5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • ½ teaspoon dried marjoram

  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 5 cups chicken broth

  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Melt butter in a large stockpot over low heat. Add leeks and onion; cover and cook for 10 minutes.

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  3. Stir in potatoes; season with salt and pepper. Add marjoram, thyme, and bay leaf; stir well. Cover and cook for 12 minutes.

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  4. Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cook, partially covered, for 30 minutes.

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  5. Purée soup in a blender or food processor. Allow to cool to room temperature, then stir in cream.

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Recipe Tip

To serve hot, reheat the soup slowly so the cream does not change consistency.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

334 Calories
9g Fat
59g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 334
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 5g 27%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 57mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 59g 21%
Dietary Fiber 8g 27%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 63mg 70%
Calcium 92mg 7%
Iron 4mg 21%
Potassium 1295mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.