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Corn and Leek Bisque

a bowl of Corn and Leek Bisque with cream and a spoon
  • Serves:  6
  • Prep Time:  20 min
  • Cook Time:  20 min

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 cups leeks, thinly sliced, white and light green parts only
  • 6 ears of corn, kernels removed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • Micro-greens, optional for garnish
  • avocado, optional for garnish
  • cilantro, optional for garnish
  • jalapeños, optional for garnish
  • tomatoes optional for garnish

Method

  1. In a dutch oven melt butter over medium heat. Add leeks and saute until tender.
  2. Add corn, bay leaf and garlic and continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  3. Pour chicken stock over the corn and season with salt, pepper and cayenne. Allow to simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Pour the soup into a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth.
  5. Return the soup to the pot and add the heavy cream. Continually stir over low heat until cream is fully incorporated.
  6. Adjust seasoning as needed, garnish with micro-greens, avocado, cilantro, jalapeño or tomatoes and serve.