VICHYSSOISE

Vichyssoise is a creamy potato and leek soup… This free Vichyssoise Recipe is divine! Can be served lukewarm or cold.

Ingredients


90g butter
250g potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
5 leeks, sliced
500ml water
250ml milk
75ml cream
salt & white pepper to taste
fresh parsley or chives to garnish


Method

• In a large saucepan melt the butter and gently stir-fry the potatoes and leeks for about 10 minutes, do not brown.
• Add the water and milk and bring to the boil. 
• Lower the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the vegetables are soft. 
• Remove from the heat and cool until lukewarm. 
• Blend with a handheld blender or in a food processor until smooth. 
• Add the cream and season with salt and pepper. 
• Serve lukewarm or cold. 

Serves 6