Potato and Leek – “a not-so-traditional fairy tale”

Monday, 19 Jul 10

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Leek is bitter. She is prettier than the other sisters in the Allium family, certainly less stout than Onion, and less pungent than Garlic, yet her charms often go unnoticed. She is tall and slender, and not unhealthily slim as Chive is.

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Perhaps it is because she lacks a waist, yet surely, not possessing a bulbous rear could not explain her lack of popularity? Onion and garlic, fickle and pungent as they are, are beloved by the people. She, on the other hand, is neglected, always given the role of the understudy. So she is bitter.

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But that doesn’t make her difficult to love. While her tempestuous curls have been made green with envy, gentle coaxing and a little warmth softens her and brings out her sweet nature.

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On the other hand, Mister Potato is that type of guy who everyone generally likes. He isn’t particularly attractive, but somehow, his ordinariness and humbleness means he’s always popular, both with the ladies and the men. Leek sneered at him at first, but a couple glances later, and being forced into a hot room with him softened her attitude. They warmed up to each other and things got a little hot and stea– well I won’t go into the details – this is a children’s fairy tale after all ;)

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Needless to say, they lived happily ever after, especially every now and then, when they indulged in a little menage-a-trois with white truffle oil. But that’s another story…

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Recipe

2 tbsp unsalted butter

2 leeks, white portion, washed and chopped

4 potatoes, peeled and diced

Water, to cover

1/2 cup fresh cream

Salt and pepper to taste

Truffle oil (optional) to serve

Melt butter in a large heavy-bottomed non-stick pot until foaming. Add the leeks and stir over medium heat, allowing them to caramelise and soften. Add the potatoes and then cover with water, bringing it to a boil. Simmer until potatoes are soft. Blend using an immersion blender (or in a blender) until absolutely smooth, and season.

This can be served hot or cold (vichyssoise style) – either way, stir in the cream just before serving. Since it’s winter, my family likes it hot, but if serving cold, you’ll need to season it more strongly than you would otherwise, as cold foods tend to dull the tastebuds. Drizzle with a little truffle oil for a touch of luxury.

7 Comments

  1. teehee cute love story!

    Comment by chocolatesuze — July 19, 2010 @ 11:33 am

  2. I love Miss Leek because she is so easy to chop up (though not as easy as Mr Potato). And truffle oil, what a brilliant idea!

    Comment by OohLookBel — July 19, 2010 @ 3:57 pm

  3. “Menage a trois”, oh my! I thought this was supposed to be a fairy tale?!

    Comment by mademoiselle délicieuse — July 20, 2010 @ 8:53 pm

  4. lol we all know potato forced it on leek

    Comment by kalorful — July 23, 2010 @ 2:47 pm

  5. XD Hi Chris (and Tim)! I lol’d at “not possessing a bulbous rear”. Does less cream undermine the soup?

    Comment by Jess — July 23, 2010 @ 8:08 pm

  6. I like the story :) I love your photos – esp the first one!

    Comment by Anita — July 26, 2010 @ 9:55 pm

  7. @ Jess: I don’t think so, the soup itself is pretty creamy if you blend it up. Maybe add some stock instead of water for extra richness?

    Comment by chris — July 28, 2010 @ 8:45 pm

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