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French Leek and Potato Soup, an original illustrative image based on the cited recipe

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French Leek and Potato Soup

A simple French leek-and-potato soup translated from Auguste Hélie’s public-domain meatless cookery guide.

LunchDinnerVegetarianGluten-freeOne PotStovetopPublic domainHistoric recipeSource transcriptionEnglish translation
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Source ingredient cues

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  • Leeks
  • Potatoes, sliced
  • Water or vegetable cooking liquid
  • A little milk
  • Salt to taste

Historical transcription

Source method

  1. 1

    Cook the leeks, then add the sliced potatoes and continue until tender.

  2. 2

    Drain and press the leeks and potatoes through a sieve.

  3. 3

    Thin the purée with the reserved cooking liquid.

  4. 4

    Add a little milk and water if the soup is too thick, season, and serve.

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