Potato Cauliflower and Leek Soup - Supper With Michelle

 

Potato, Cauliflower, and Leek Soup for the win! I’ve shared this before, but I felt inclined to mention the reason that I may share a lot of “soup and stew” recipes. It’s because soup is one of my favorite meals (especially in the winter) to take to work with me for lunch during the week. So, on most Sunday’s I make a big pot of soup and the soup this week happened to be the delicious Potato, Cauliflower, and Leek Soup. It’s a fairly simple soup to make and it is also quite filling.

Now, the layers in leeks tend to be pretty gritty or dirty, so be sure to wash your leeks after slicing them. As for the cauliflower, I prefer to cook (or rather over cook) mine until they are really tender. But, if you rather yours to be more firm, then add it in when you add in the vegetable broth.

I didn’t add many spices or herbs to this recipe, just a lot of fresh ground black pepper to the top. However, adding in some fresh or dried herbs are always a nice addition. And for any cheese lovers…maybe stir in a little sharp cheddar cheese or shower on freshly grated parmesan cheese for some added flair. I typically like to serve this bowl of goodness with either oyster crackers or freshly baked crusty bread.

Now, to watch a short clip of how all this comes together, click [HERE].

 

Potato Cauliflower and Leek Soup - Supper With Michelle

Here’s a few ways to freestyle this recipe:

  • use a medium yellow onion instead of leeks
  • use broccoli or romanesco instead of cauliflower
  • use Yukon gold or Idaho potatoes instead of the fingerling potatoes
  • A few substitutions for half and half milk would be the following : 1/2 cup of lactose free half and half milk (if available where you live- Land O Lakes and Organic Valley manufacture it), 1/4 cup of whole milk and 1/4 cup heavy cream, or 1/2 cup of evaporated milk

Here are some other additions and ideas to consider:

  • garnish with fresh herbs such as chives, dill, or parsley
  • garnish with freshly grated parmesan cheese or stir in 1/2 cup of freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • add a teaspoon of dried herbs while cooking
  • stir in a dollop of basil pesto
  • add white beans or chickpeas
  • add zucchini, frozen peas, or corn
  • serve with a spoonful of your favorite cooked grain or even pasta
  • top with homemade croutons

Are there ways to veganize this recipe???

Yes! To make vegan, use vegan butter and then either 1/2 cup dairy free half and half (Califia Farms manufactures one called Unsweetened Better Half) or unsweetened lite coconut milk (the amount will be based on your taste). Another option would be to creamer and scoop out 1 cup of the of the soup and carefully blend it until smooth and then stir that back into the mixture. Alternately you could also use an immersion blender and blend it a few time in the soup to get a creamier consistency. The last suggestion is making a cashew cream with hot water and raw cashews, blended until silky smooth. If you haven’t done that before, then I would recommend researching that or use the recipe that I provide in my cookbook on page 106.

 

Potato Cauliflower and Leek Soup - Supper With Michelle

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Thank you so much for stopping by today! I hope that you enjoy my Potato, Cauliflower, and Leek Soup. The full printable recipe is below. Enjoy!

Potato Cauliflower and Leek Soup - Supper With Michelle

Get the Recipe: Potato, Cauliflower, and Leek Soup

Yield: 4 people
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 40 minutes
Total: 55 minutes
I’ve shared this before, but I felt inclined to mention the reason that I may share a lot of “soup and stew” recipes is because it’s one of my favorite meals(especially in the winter) to take to work with me for lunch during the week. So on most Sunday’s I make a big pot of soup and the soup this week happened to be Potato, Cauliflower, and Leek Soup.
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Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 medium leeks, ends trimmed, hard green parts discarded or composted, thinly sliced, cleaned well
  • 3 cups fingerling potatoes, cut in half, or whatever type you like
  • 3 cups cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 5 cups vegetable broth
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup half and half

For Serving

  • freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • artisan bread

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting Board

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add in the leeks, potatoes, and cauliflower. Sauté until the leeks have broken down a bit and softened, 10 to 15 minutes. Add in the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Sprinkle the flour in, coating all the veggies thoroughly and stir constantly for 2 to 3 minutes, until the flour turns slightly golden in color. (If the bottom of your pan is dry, then you may want to add one more tablespoon of butter because you don’t want the veggies to stick to the bottom of your pot.)
  • Slowly stir in the vegetable broth. (It will thicken, only slightly.) Season with salt and pepper and simmer until the potatoes are soft to the fork, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Stir in the half and half and simmer until warmed through, 3 to 5 minutes. Taste and add more salt and pepper, if needed.
    Ladle the soup into your favorite bowls. Shower with freshly grated parmesan cheese, if using. Serve with crackers or warm crusty bread and enjoy!
Serving: 18 ounces, Calories: 343kcal, Carbohydrates: 41g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 48mg, Sodium: 1234mg, Potassium: 836mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 1914IU, Vitamin C: 64mg, Calcium: 97mg, Iron: 3mg