THE LEEK-SILK MIST

(Our Play on Vichyssoise / Leek and Potato Soup)

THE LEEK-SILK MIST

Ingredients: 3 Large Leeks (white parts only, sliced), 2 Potatoes (cubed), 50g Butter, 1 Onion (diced), 1 tsp White pepper, 1 tsp Salt, 1L Chicken stock, 150ml Double cream...

Ingredients

  • 3 Large Leeks (white parts only, sliced)
  • 2 Potatoes (cubed)
  • 50g Butter
  • 1 Onion (diced)
  • 1 tsp White pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1L Chicken stock
  • 150ml Double cream

Cooking Method

  1. The Architect Sauté leeks and onion in butter until soft and sweet—do not brown.
  2. The Bloom Add white pepper and potatoes with a 30ml splash of stock; fry for 2 minutes to release the sharp aromatics.
  3. The Swell Add remaining stock; simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are soft.
  4. The Silk Merge Blitz until completely smooth; stir in the cream to form a heavy white silk.
  5. The Final Flourish Serve hot or cold; top with raw fresh chives and a drizzle of raw olive oil.

Cuisine: French

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