Vichyssoise Soup
Experience the timeless elegance of Vichyssoise, a classic French soup that transforms simple ingredients into something truly extraordinary. Made with tender potatoes, delicate leeks, rich cream, and savory stock, this velvety soup is blended until perfectly smooth and served chilled for a refreshing yet comforting dish. Light, creamy, and full of subtle flavor, Laura Tate's Vichyssoise is the perfect choice for warm afternoons, elegant luncheons, or whenever you're craving a taste of French culinary tradition. Garnished with fresh chives, every spoonful is a celebration of simplicity, sophistication, and flavor.
Video
Ingredients
4-5 Russet potatoes
3-4 leeks white and light green parts only
(If leeks are not available use 3 medium white onions)
4 cups of chicken or vegetable stock
1 cup of heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil
Small amount of butter
Chives for garnish (optional)
Steps
Slice and cut leeks lengthwise and rinse thoroughly to remove dirt or cut and slice medium white onions if leeks not available
Peel and dice potatoes.
In a medium pot place olive oil and butter and melt.
Add leeks or onions and sauté until softened not browned.
In a stock pot add the potatoes and pour in the stock until covered.
Boil until potatoes are tender.
When cooked drain and add potatoes.
With the blender, add potatoes and the leeks or onion and puree until smooth.
Add the cream and blend.
Place the soup mixer in the refrigerator until chilled.
Serve chilled with the chive garnish and enjoy