Purresuppe – Leek Soup

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
Hearty and comforting Purresuppe - Leek Soup recipe to warm you up
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Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
3 leeks , sliced
5 potatoes , medium
2 carrots , medium
1/4 cup flour
1 lt beef broth
2 egg yolks , slightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
267
Sugar
4g
Fat
15g
Purresuppe, or Leek Soup, is a traditional Danish soup that is hearty, comforting, and perfect for cooler weather. Made with leeks, potatoes, and carrots, this soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and is an easy meal to prepare. The addition of beef broth adds a rich, savory flavor to the soup, while the egg yolks add a creamy texture. This soup is a great way to warm up after a day spent outdoors, and is sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium heat.
2.Add leeks to the pot and cook for 5 minutes or until soft.
3.Add chopped potatoes and carrots and cook for 2 more minutes.
4.Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to combine.
5.Add beef broth to the pot and stir.
6.Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
7.Remove pot from heat and allow to cool slightly.
8.In a small bowl, beat egg yolks until light in color.
9.Slowly pour a ladleful of hot soup into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Repeat with 2-3 more ladlefuls of hot soup.
10.Pour the egg mixture back into the pot of soup, whisking constantly to combine.
11.Add salt and pepper to taste.
12.Serve hot with chopped parsley on top.

PROS

This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and is a comforting and hearty meal that will warm you up on a chilly day.

It can easily be made vegetarian by substituting vegetable broth for the beef broth.

CONS

This soup may not be suitable for those with lactose intolerance or a dairy allergy due to the use of butter and eggs.

It may also not be suitable for those watching their carbohydrate intake as it contains potatoes and flour.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Leeks are an excellent source of vitamin K and folate, and are also high in antioxidants which help to reduce inflammation in the body.
Potatoes are a great source of complex carbohydrates and are high in fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
Eggs are high in protein and contain essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D and choline.

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