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A close-up of creamy soup garnished with croutons, chopped herbs, pieces of bacon, and a swirl of cream.

Chef Gordon Ramsay’s Leek & Potato Soup

Chef Jenn
Gordon Ramsay’s Leek & Potato Soup is a smooth, comforting classic made with tender leeks, creamy potatoes, and simple ingredients. It is elegant, satisfying, and perfect for cozy meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine european
Servings 6 servings
Calories 336 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 medium leeks sliced and cleaned
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 4 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

For Serving (Optional)

  • Croutons or toasted bread cubes
  • Chopped chives or parsley
  • Crispy bacon bits
  • A drizzle of cream or olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Melt the butter with the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the sliced leeks and minced garlic and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and fragrant without browning.
  • Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for 2 minutes, coating them well in the leek mixture.
  • Pour in the stock and bring the soup to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or a countertop blender.
  • Return the soup to the pot and stir in the cream, then season with salt and pepper
  • Warm the soup gently over low heat and serve with desired toppings.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Clean the leeks thoroughly to remove any grit hiding between the layers. I slice them first, then pop them into a strainer and rinse them well under running tap water.
  • Keep the heat low when cooking the leeks so they soften without browning.
  • Blend the soup while it is hot for the smoothest texture, but work carefully if using a countertop blender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 336kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 6gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 640mgPotassium: 749mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1448IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 79mgIron: 2mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

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