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Nutritional Values
300kcal
6gProtein
30gCarbs
18gFat
4gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
Potato and Leek Soup
How to order / say it
Say it
Kartoffel-porresuppe — [kar-TOF-el POH-reh-soup]
Order
I'd like the kartoffel-porresuppe, please.
Locally
Jeg vil gerne have kartoffel-porresuppe, tak.
Say locally
A creamy soup made with potatoes and leeks, a staple in Danish cuisine.
Why try it?
This soup’s warm, creamy texture is a comforting embrace during Denmark’s chilly months. Kartoffel-porresuppe reflects the simplicity and reliance on hearty ingredients typical of Nordic cooking.
How it tastes
Rich and smooth, it’s characterized by the subtle sweetness of leeks and the creamy body from blended potatoes. The soup is hearty without being heavy and is often garnished with herbs for added aroma.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
The potato leek soup became popular in Denmark in the 19th century as potatoes became a common and affordable ingredient. It spread from rural kitchens to urban households due to its comforting qualities.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥕 400 g potatoes
- 🧄 200 g leeks
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🥣 500 ml vegetable stock
- 🥛 100 ml cream
- 🌿 10 g parsley
Method
- 1 Sauté leeks in butter until soft.
- 2 Add chopped potatoes and vegetable stock, and simmer until tender.
- 3 Blend the mixture to a smooth consistency.
- 4 Stir in cream and serve garnished with parsley.
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