This Classic Vichyssoise Soup recipe is a must-try! It’s a classic French soup that sounds fancy but it is delicious and so easy to make.
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What is Vichyssoise?
- Vichyssoise is also known as potage parmentier or Crème Vichyssoise Glacée in French. It’s a traditional cold soup made with main ingredients such as leeks, potatoes, onions, cream, and chicken stock. View more info here.
- Vichyssoise is a classic soup-based recipe that is reportedly a favorite of well-known American chef, Julia Child.
- The Vichyssoise recipe was created by French chef, Louis Diat, while he was working at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in New York City in 1917. See more of its history here.
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Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients for Classic Vichyssoise Soup
- 3 T. Unsalted butter
- 3 T. Extra virgin olive oil
- 1-2 Large cloves garlic, finely minced
- 3 Large leeks, white and very light green parts only
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 c. Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced (approximately 4-5 medium potatoes)
- 2 c. Chicken stock, preferably organic
- 2/3 c. Sour cream
- 1/3 c. Heavy cream
- 3 T. Fresh chives, finely chopped
Supplies used
- High-sided skillet
- Large saucepan (optional)
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Recipe for Vichyssoise Soup
#1. Add butter, olive oil, garlic, and leeks to a large, high-sided skillet set over medium heat. Melt butter then cook by stirring occasionally, just until the leeks are tender. Do this for approximately 4-5 minutes. Do not allow it to brown.
#2. Add potatoes and chicken broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a rapid boil. Immediately reduce heat to just below medium and cover the skillet loosely with a lid. Simmer for 25-30 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
#3. While the potatoes are simmering, combine the sour cream and heavy cream in a medium-sized bowl. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine. Set aside.
#4. Remove skillet from heat and cool for several minutes. Working in batches, if necessary, carefully transfer the contents of the skillet to a high-powered blender. Cover and blend on high until completely smooth, approximately 1-2 minutes.
#5. Remove the lid and transfer the purée into a large bowl. Repeat the process with the remaining contents of the skillet.
#6. Temper the sour cream mixture by adding 2 or 3 tablespoons of the soup to the bowl. Stir to combine.
#7. Add the tempered sour cream mixture to the skillet. Season with additional salt and black pepper, as desired, and stir to combine.
#8. Allow soup to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate until chilled, approximately 3 hours to overnight.
#9. To serve, divide the chilled soup between four bowls and garnish with fresh chives. Enjoy!
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