Mock Vichyssoise
Transform your table into an elegant French-inspired dining experience with our creamy, refreshing Mock Vichyssoise—a simple yet sophisticated chilled potato-leek soup perfect for warm days or light lunches. This quick recipe combines tender potatoes, buttery sautéed leeks, and savory chicken broth, blended to silky perfection and finished with a splash of milk for a velvety texture. Ready in just 40 minutes and requiring only 15 minutes of prep, this no-fuss soup can be made ahead and chilled for ultimate convenience. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course, a sprinkle of fresh chives adds a burst of color and flavor to every spoonful. Indulge in this classic-inspired dish that’s effortless, satisfying, and packed with comforting flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Potatoes
- 2 large Leeks
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into small cubes; rinse under cold water to remove excess starch.
Trim off the dark green tops of the leeks, leaving only the white and light green parts. Slice the leeks lengthwise, rinse thoroughly under running water to remove any grit, and then slice thinly.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced leeks and sauté for 5 minutes until they become soft and translucent, but not browned.
Add the diced potatoes and pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the soup cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth, or transfer it to a countertop blender in batches to blend.
Stir in the milk, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed to taste.
Transfer the soup to a container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully chilled.
Before serving, stir the soup and ladle it into bowls. Garnish with chopped chives if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.5 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 5056 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 239.1 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.3 g | ||
| Protein | 54.1 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1001 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 6479 mg | 138% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
