Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 yellow onions (chopped)
- 2 leeks (only white part, ~1 cup)
- 3 garlic cloves (chopped)
- 8 oz brown mushrooms (chopped)
- 3 cups peeled and cubed potatoes (~10 oz)
- 5 cups broth
- Fresh herbs: thyme, parsley, marjoram, lemon balm
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan option
- ½ cup heavy cream or plant-based cream
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil and sauté onions and leeks until softened (3-5 minutes).
- Add chopped mushrooms and garlic; cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in cubed potatoes, broth, and fresh herbs; bring to a simmer and cover for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Remove herbs; stir in Parmesan cheese and cream until melted.
- Blend until smooth using a stick blender; serve hot with garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. Adjust seasoning based on your broth’s saltiness. Feel free to add additional vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
