Vichyssoise Soup Recipe
Vichyssoise is a very simple and creamy soup which is served cold with a little soured cream or creme fraiche and just a sprinkling of fresh herbs such as chopped chives. It is a welcome chilled summer soup!
Equipment
- Large heavy-bottomed pot
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Blender or
- Food processor or
- Immersion blender
- Fine sieve (for extra silky texture)
- Chilled serving bowls or goblets
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 2½ pints chicken stock 1.5 litres - or you can use vegetable stock if you prefer.
- 4 leeks trimmed
- Crème fraiche or soured cream to garnish, optional
- Chopped herbs such as chives optional
Instructions
- Put the chicken or vegetable stock into a large heavy bottomed pan and bring to the boil.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into small pieces.
- Add to the pan of chicken stock.
- Lower the heat and cook until just tender.
- In the meantime, clean and cut the leeks into small pieces.
- Add the leeks to the pan of potatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for about 20 minutes on a low heat until the vegetables are soft.
- Puree the soup in a blender or food processor or if you prefer it can be pressed through a sieve.
- At this stage, if you are using cream or crème fraiche, stir this in and cool.
- To serve, pour into chilled bowls and garnish with a swirl of cream and chopped herbs.
Notes
Tips For Cold Soup
- Serving hack: Freeze bowls briefly for extra chill factor.
- Texture tip: Double strain for Michelin-star silkiness. Make my easy, quick, homemade crème fraîche!
Substitutions
- Swap crème fraîche for Greek yogurt if you want tang.
- Try parsnips instead of potatoes for a sweeter twist.
- Use coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
Secrets From My Kitchen To Yours
- A splash of white wine in the stock adds depth.
- Garnish with edible flowers for flair.
- Serve in martini glasses for a playful twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 9gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 302mgPotassium: 912mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 998IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 3mg
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