How to Cook a la Bonne Femme Simple, Honest French Home Cooking

By French Cooking Academy · 45 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan or stockpot over medium heat.
2. Add the leeks and carrots and sweat gently for 2–3 minutes, until the leeks soften and turn translucent without browning.
3. Add the diced potatoes and stir for another minute.
4. Add the broth, water and, if using, the white wine.
5. Bring to a simmer, then add the thyme and bay leaf.
6. Simmer gently for 10 minutes.
7. Add the green beans and white beans, cover with a lid and simmer for another 20 minutes, until all the vegetables are tender.
8. Remove the thyme and bay leaf, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. For the creamy version, stir in the cream and extra butter, bring back to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes, then garnish with parsley, bacon and croutons. For the classic clear version, serve piping hot with a knob of butter and chopped parsley.

Summarized from French Cooking Academy's video. Watch it for the details.

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