Simple Leek Cream Soup
15 Mins
Serves 3-4
Method
- 1
Step 1
Finely chop the onion (or leek), sprinkle with salt, and sauté in butter or olive oil over medium heat until softened and sweet (about 5–7 minutes).
- 2
Step 2
Add the vegetable broth tea and simmer over low heat for about 5–8 minutes. Taste and adjust the salt if needed.
- 3
Step 3
Add the heavy cream and milk. Ladle into bowls and finish with a light sprinkle of chili flakes.
Tips
- ·Ready to serve — tender, subtly sweet, with umami from vegetable broth tea.
- ·If you have more time: Cauliflower version — after sautéing, add ½ head cauliflower with broth; simmer 10–12 min, blend smooth (strain if desired).
- ·Other vegetables: pumpkin, sweet potato, or corn.
- ·Hearty version: add diced vegetables or corn when sautéing.
- ·Plant-based: olive oil, coconut cream, oat milk.