Kohlrabi & Leek Soup

Kohlrabi & Leek Soup

By Dishing Up the Dirt

A hearty and filling spring or fall soup.

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup chopped leeks, white and light green parts only
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large russet potato, cut into 1/2 inch thick chunks (about 1 cup)
  • 1 large or two small kohlrabi, greens and stems removed and cut into 1/2 inch thick chunks (about 2 1/2 cups)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • drizzle of extra virgin olive oil to finish

Overview

Prep Time
15 minutes

Cook Time
30 minutes

Serves
4

Instructions

Step 1
Heat the olive in a large pot over medium heat. Add the crushed red pepper flakes, thyme, leeks and onion. Cook, stirring often, until the onions begin to soften and become fragrant. About 5 minutes.

Step 2
Add the salt, potato, kohlrabi, vegetable broth and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes.

Step 3
Discard the bay leaf and puree the soup in a high speed blender until smooth and creamy. You may need to add the soup in batches. Taste test and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 4
Return to the pan and keep on low heat until ready to serve. Divide between bowls and top with minced parsley, a drizzle of olive oil and additional salt + pepper to taste. Enjoy with crusty bread and a glass of red wine.

Notes

  • Use this recipe as a guide
  • Adjust measurements and ingredients as necessary
  • Taste test as you go

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Thanks to Dishing Up the Dirt for this amazing recipe. Check out her cookbook here.

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