Smoked Salmon and Leek Soup Recipe
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
25 minutes
Servings:
4 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 large leek, sliced
  • 1 pound potatoes, peeled and diced
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
  • 4 ounces smoked salmon, sliced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon watercress, to serve‌
Directions
  1. Heat the butter in a large, deep pan to a medium temperature.
  2. Add the sliced leek and saute for 6–8 minutes, until the leek is soft.
  3. Add the potatoes, Dijon mustard, and chicken stock to the pan.
  4. Let the broth simmer for 15 minutes, until the potatoes are soft.
  5. Add the cream to the pan and bring the liquid to a simmer.
  6. Mix in the dill, chives, and smoked salmon. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  7. Dish up the soup, and garnish each bowl with a few watercress leaves before serving.