Potage Bonne Femme
This is my version of this classic French soup which is packed full of flavour and goodness! Ideal for a warming lunch served with some toasted sourdough and a nice glass of Gamay!
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
Thoroughly wash the leeks and peel the carrots and cut in mirepoix.
- 2
In a pan over a medium heat, melt the butter and then add the leeks and carrots and sweat for 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Add the potatoes (cubed) and cook for a further 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the water, stock, sugar and a generous pinch of salt, bring to the boil and then simmer for 25/30 minutes.
- 5
Before blending make sure potatoes are soft. Blend and then pass through a sieve to make sure all leek fibres are removed to make a smoother soup! Check for seasoning.
- 6
Return to the pan, stir in the cream, heat gently until nice and hot, ready to eat.
- 7
Serve with a garnish of croutons, a sprinkle of parsley and a swirl of cream.
