Rustic Potato Leek Soup
Cozy, hearty, and packed with flavor, this rustic potato leek soup is naturally gluten-free and vegan. Its chunky texture is perfect for chilly days and pairs beautifully with croutons or grated Parmesan.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium white onion peeled and diced
- 3 leeks sliced into ½-inch half moons (white and light green parts only)
- 1 rib celery thinly sliced
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup dry white wine
- 1 ¼ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes cut into bite-sized chunks
- 6 cups vegetable stock
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne or less, to taste
- Fine sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Homemade croutons
- Grated Parmesan
- Chopped fresh chives
Instructions
Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat the olive oil (or butter) in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the leeks, celery, and garlic, and continue sautéing for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Deglaze and Add Potatoes and Broth:
- Pour in the white wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the potatoes, vegetable stock, thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and cayenne. Stir to combine.
Simmer the Soup:
- Bring the soup to a simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Season the Soup:
- Remove and discard the bay leaves and thyme stems. Taste the soup and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
Serve:
- Serve the soup warm, garnished with your choice of toppings, such as croutons, Parmesan, or fresh chives. Enjoy!
Notes
Texture Preference: Leave it chunky or blend partially for a creamier consistency.
Wine Substitute: Use extra vegetable stock if you prefer not to cook with wine.
Topping Ideas: Try crumbled bacon, a swirl of cream, or fresh chives.
Wine Substitute: Use extra vegetable stock if you prefer not to cook with wine.
Topping Ideas: Try crumbled bacon, a swirl of cream, or fresh chives.