Leek and Mushroom Bisque
🕒 Cook Time: 50 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Leek and Mushroom Bisque, a delectable creation from lovewithrecipes.com. This savory soup combines the earthy flavors of leeks and mushrooms, simmered to perfection for a delightful experience that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a special gathering with loved ones, this bisque is sure to impress with its rich taste and velvety texture.
Recipe Category: Vegetable
Keywords: Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5 | leeks |
| 2 | canola oil |
| 5 | water |
| 1 | tomatoes |
| 1/2 | mushrooms |
| 12 | low-fat milk |
| 2 | soymilk |
| 1 1/2 – 2 | salt |
| NA | fresh ground pepper |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 189.9
- Fat Content: 6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 3mg
- Sodium Content: 52.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 29g
- Fiber Content: 3.2g
- Sugar Content: 8.8g
- Protein Content: 7g
Instructions:
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Prepare Leeks: Begin by slicing the white part of the leeks into 1/4″ slices. Separate the slices into rings and rinse thoroughly to remove any grit.
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Prep Leek Greens: Wash the green parts of the leeks well and cut them into halves. Pro tip: leeks can often be sandy, so ensure they are cleaned thoroughly.
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Saute Leeks: Heat the canola oil in a soup pot over moderate heat. Add the white parts of the leeks and saute until they become limp and fragrant.
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Add Ingredients: Pour in the water followed by the tomato puree. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then sprinkle in the cream of wheat slowly, stirring continuously.
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Incorporate Remaining Ingredients: Add the green parts of the leeks, mushrooms, and seasoning mix to the pot. Cover and let the mixture simmer gently for 35 minutes.
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Adjust Consistency: After simmering, remove the green parts of the leeks from the pot and discard them. Stir in enough low-fat milk or soymilk to achieve a slightly thick consistency. Season the bisque to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper.
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Final Simmer: Allow the bisque to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors together.
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Let Stand: Remove the pot from the heat and let the soup stand for about 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop further.
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Reheat and Serve: When ready to serve, heat the bisque through as needed. Adjust the consistency with more milk or soymilk if necessary, and taste to ensure the seasonings are perfect.
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this Leek and Mushroom Bisque, perfect for savoring on a chilly evening or for impressing guests with its gourmet appeal. Enjoy the creamy goodness and savor each spoonful of this delightful creation!
