🥣 Leek the Bowl Clean: Welsh-Style Leek & Potato Soup 🌿

There’s nothing like a bowl of leek and potato soup to warm the soul — and this Welsh-inspired version brings together the earthy sweetness of leeks, creamy potatoes, and a dash of butter for true comfort in a cup.

A swirl of double cream makes it extra velvety, while a crispy cheese tuile adds texture. Ideal for cosy nights, lunch with crusty bread, or a starter that feels like a hug.

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🌿 What’s in it?

This traditional favourite features:
✅ Welsh leeks, gently sautéed for sweetness
✅ Creamy potatoes, blended smooth
✅ A hint of garlic and thyme
✅ A swirl of double cream for richness
✅ Optional cheese crisps for texture

Simple ingredients, big flavour.

💡 Try This:

• Add a splash more cream to taste, or crème fraîche for tang
• Swap thyme for rosemary for a deeper twist
• Serve with toasted sourdough or Welsh rarebit

🥔 Welsh Leek & Potato Soup

Serves 4

🛍️ Ingredients:

• 2 large leeks, trimmed and sliced
• 500g potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 750ml vegetable or chicken stock
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 100ml double cream
• Fresh thyme, a few sprigs
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• (Optional) grated mature cheddar for tuile garnish

🦄 Method:

1. In a large pan, melt butter and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2. Add sliced leeks and thyme, cook gently for 5 minutes.
3. Stir in chopped potatoes, then add the stock. Simmer for 20–25 minutes until everything is soft.
4. Remove thyme sprigs, then blend the soup until smooth.
5. Stir in the double cream and season to taste. Warm gently — don’t boil.
6. For tuiles: place grated cheddar in small circles on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C until golden and crisp.
7. Serve soup hot, topped with cheese tuiles and fresh herbs.

🌿 Tips:

• The cream can be swapped for crème fraîche or omitted for a lighter version
• Chill and freeze leftovers for an easy lunch another day
• Garnish with a swirl of cream or olive oil for a final flourish

Rooted in tradition and loaded with comfort — this is the kind of soup that brings everyone to the table. 🥔🧅🌱

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