Creamy potatoes, tender leeks, and spicy chorizo create a warm, flavorful bowl for any occasion.
# What you'll need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large leeks (white and light green parts only), sliced
02 - 1 lb potatoes, peeled and diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 medium onion, chopped
→ Meats
05 - 5 oz chorizo sausage, sliced or diced
→ Liquids
06 - 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
→ Spices & Seasoning
08 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Garnish
11 - Chopped fresh parsley
12 - Crusty bread
# Method:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chorizo and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and oil is red-tinted. Remove half the chorizo with a slotted spoon and set aside.
02 - Add onion, garlic, and leeks to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring, until softened but not browned.
03 - Stir in diced potatoes and smoked paprika. Cook for 2 minutes to develop flavor.
04 - Pour in stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
05 - Use a stick blender to partially blend the soup, leaving chunks for texture. Alternatively, blend half in a blender and return to pot.
06 - Stir in heavy cream if using. Return reserved chorizo to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat through for 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve with crusty bread if desired.
