November 14, 2021

PEAR AND LEEK SOUP

Leek and pear soup

Souping up your life: a French inspired pear and leek adventure

As a lover of all things culinary, I have come across many recipes that have captured my imagination and inspired me to try my hand at them. However, few recipes have been as intriguing as the one for a pear and leek soup that I recently stumbled upon in a French cooking magazine. The combination of sweet, juicy pears and the delicate, yet assertive flavour of leeks seemed so unlikely, yet so incredibly tempting. And I must say, this recipe did not disappoint.

 

The unexpected love affair of pears and leeks in a bowl

The beauty of this soup lies in its subtle yet complex flavour profile. Pears, with their natural sweetness, provide a soothing and gentle base to the soup, while the leeks add a touch of sharpness and depth. The result is a harmonious blend that is both invigorating and satisfying. This soup is perfect for those days when you want to indulge in a warm and comforting bowl, yet still want to feel light and refreshed.

It is said that the origins of the leek can be traced back to ancient times, and it has been a staple of the Mediterranean diet for centuries. Leeks were a favourite of the ancient Greeks, who valued them for their medicinal properties and their ability to ward off evil spirits. The Romans, too, were fans of leeks and believed that they gave them strength and courage. Today, leeks continue to be an essential ingredient in many cuisines, including French, and they add a unique taste and texture to dishes, both savoury and sweet.

Pears, on the other hand, have a more recent history. They were first cultivated in Europe in the Middle Ages, and they quickly became a popular fruit among the wealthy and aristocracy. Pears are known for their delicate and subtle hint, and they are widely used in both sweet and savoury dishes. They are an excellent source of fibre, vitamins, and minerals, and they are considered to be one of the healthiest fruits available.

 

A french-kissed pear and leek soup recipe

Making this soup is an exercise in letting the ingredients shine. The key is to balance the sweetness of the pears with the sharpness of the leeks, resulting in a harmonious and delicious blend. So why not trying this unique and elegant soup for yourself? I guarantee you will be pleasantly surprised and will not regret giving this recipe a try.

 

 

PEAR AND LEEK SOUP

Sixtine
Indulge in the richness of leeks and pears and experience a pure luxury in a bowl with this pear and leek soup!
Print Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine French
Servings 6 people

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g leeks diced
  • 300 g potato cut in half
  • 1,5 l boiling water
  • 2 pears chopped, cored and peeled
  • 1 vegetable stock
  • 1 onion chopped
  • olive oil

Instructions
 

  • In a large saucepan, soften the onion in a little bit of olive oil for 2 minutes.
  • Add the leeks, potatoes, stock and water.
  • Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
  • At the end of the cooking, add the pears.
  • Blitz with a hand blender the mixture to create a soup.
  • Voilà !

 

Potage de poireaux et poire

Pour 6 personnes
2 poires pelées et coupées en morceaux
400 g de poireaux coupés en morceaux
300 g de pommes de terre coupées en deux
1,5 L d’eau bouillante
1 bouillon végétal
Huile d’olive
1 oignon émincé
Dans une large casserole, faites revenir l’oignon dans un petit peu d’huile d’olive pendant 2 minutes.
Ajoutez les poireaux, pommes de terre ainsi que le bouillon et l’eau.
Couvrez et cuisez 30 minutes.
A la fin de la cuisson, ajoutez les poires puis réduisez les légumes en soupe à l’aide d’un mixeur plongeant.
C’est prêt !
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