Garlic Soup | Jacques Pépin Today's Gourmet | KQED

[@johnbgriffinjr116]

When Jacques feels sad he makes garlic potato and leek soup. When I’m feeling sad I watch Jacques make his soup! 😊 🍲

[@Kumurajiva]

Awww

[@kevins2875]

Amen!

[@rockspectacle]

And eat instant ramen

[@Mr._E_5042]

When I want to feel sad I read the comments. Chin up! I hope today has found you in better spirits.

[@johnbgriffinjr116]

@@Mr._E_5042 It has indeed. Thank you for your kind sentiment! 😌

[@peterjensen6844]

He mowed through that Onion faster than my lawnmower could. Absolutely incredible knife skills

[@julijakeit]

what onion?

[@peterjensen6844]

@@julijakeit exactly

[@Splatterpunk_OldNewYork]

Ninja skillz.

[@flamephlegm]

Yeah, that needs to be a gif or something.

[@BlancheDeverOh]

Watching Jacques in his prime is awe-inspiring. His skillful and deft movements look so simple, all because of his casual and masterful instruction. Instead of a cooking video from an expert chef, this felt like a conversation with an old friend. Gosh, I love this man!

[@yannimeeyamee1567]

You nailed it right there Pink Couldn’t have said it better We must protect this man at all costs

[@tazman572]

Jacques will be in his prime till the day he passes and then he'll be named the executive chef in Heaven.

[@BlancheDeverOh]

@@yannimeeyamee1567 seeing him cooking in his 80s, you can see he’s slowed down a bit and has less pep in his step, but the passion and personality are still there. He is immortal

[@yannimeeyamee1567]

@@BlancheDeverOh 👊🏼👍

[@conscience-commenter]

A man that can cook masterfully while narrating technique and ingredients.... priceless .

[@Gerbs964]

He could take a shit and you'd probably be drooling over it

[@lilithsmith1290]

@@Gerbs964 I like watching cooking show , to me kitchen is like Lab Chimstury. The only one I don’t like is Vegetarian cooking and Mexican Vegetarian should stop bothering with cooking just find field and graze Mexican food everything goes in blunder is like somebody eat it before . I love American food you could put your teeth on it, Stak ,Pot Rust , Ribs , Pork Chaps , I am Carnivores and can’t help it!

[@Gerbs964]

@@lilithsmith1290 ya pot rust and pork chaps are my fav too...

[@Splatterpunk_OldNewYork]

When this great man said this was his mothers recipe, I was like yep, gonna make. Not gonna lie, just made it for my folks, and it was deeelish.

[@margokupelian344]

Next time you make it add some thyme into the soup and see if you like it. I do.

[@joyl7842]

As a kid I used to eat a whole bowl of croutons from my grandmother's kitchen while she was making soup and the croutons. They are just delicious when fresh, without anything, as a snack. The croutons were usually made from leftover sourdough Polish bread, fried in butter. I cherish those memories.

[@williamturnier9032]

Amazing to see him as a young man before the accident. I always delight in seeing him.

[@markwaldron7string]

I think he may have set a world record with how fast he diced that onion

[@danm2419]

Seriously!! 7 seconds.

[@protopigeon]

every day I see jacques is a good day

[@kathleenvigliano9642]

I'm speechless but yet I'm leaving a comment! Jaques, you make my day when I see you cook. Thank you for being you. You're a gift to us.

[@ScottM56]

No matter what I might do to prep ahead it would still take me at least twice as long as it takes the master. He just blazes through it all the while explaining everything and cleaning as he goes.

[@brkitdwn]

Before you make anything, go through the process mentally, compartmentalizing the different ingredients, stages, and items you need to complete the process. You'll find you are able to complete the process much more efficiently.

[@ramzimusa8623]

Every video is GOLD. Pepin is just the man.

[@danf4447]

so many little tricks like using the whole leek. and how to cut the end off of the garlic for easier peeling , and leaving peeled potatoes in water!. also watching him dice an onion is artwork.

[@mikemangham9051]

Why is he the goat! He mastered simplicity, technique which not very chefs get!

[@Toki52]

He's got a meticulous technique. A level of perfectionism that is enjoyable to watch and learn.

[@Ochreification]

He's the master. Seeing him in his prime is a real treat, isn't it?

[@sandysearls8337]

Wow!! Amazes me the way Jacques chops vegetables. I would seriously have no fingers left.

[@lesliegierke6456]

I was thinking the same thing j. i have always liked watching him chop onions!

[@pynn1000]

A young Jacques cooking a delicious classic. Thanks KQED.

[@mervinprone]

Well, young-er lol

[@mogarcia9755]

I wish he was that young again so we would have longer to watch him and learn he reminds of my Pop (RIP) who was a chef also…

[@Snapepet]

Jacques, you are beloved!

[@yvonnebirch6026]

Love him. He is on tv. He was very young here.❤

[@Xellius13]

This is honestly one of the tastiest soups I ever tasted, and yet it’s so simple and easy to make. Many many thanks to you mr. Pepin

[@kcinca5410]

This is one of my favorite recipes of Jacques. He's updated the recipe since this video to include using an immersion blender at the end instead of the food processor. No need to remove from the pot. Even my meat-eating husband enjoys this soup for dinner - just the soup and croutons - even if I don't add cream. So filling, warming, delicious, and easy to make with readily available ingredients. It really thickens up the second day should you have leftovers.

[@giovanna722]

So glad you commented! I think I'll try it. I do love all the ingredients, and, especially, lots of garlic!

[@Mosin-lf7wl]

It's amazing to see the younger version of Jacque! You know?!!

[@Ladran_Sancho]

What a joy it is to watch this man cook!

[@debbiezullo7056]

Beautiful! You’re by far the best chef in the world. A true Legend! From Southern California with love ♥️

[@macdondb]

SoCal? I'm from the IE! Cheers (also does he look taller here or is it just me?)

[@orc_gunslinger]

Man, I gotta get my knives that sharp. The way he cuts through that onion is :-)

[@mervinprone]

Second week without Jacques from home, I hope he’s doing alright.

[@wolfkit629]

Thank you Zacque! You are a blessing. My family loves when i make your recipes. You and yout family are in my prayers.

[@patriciavincent5076]

Fabulous! So handsome Chef Jacques!

[@ratlips4363]

Other than the gray hair, his style and speed haven't changed over the years. He is truly in his realm

[@billspooks]

Jacque is just pure awesomeness. I made this by accident a couple of weeks ago when I was using up some leftover vegetables from the refrigerator. Lots of leek and garlic but I did not have potatoes at the time. I added chicken broth and pureed in the food processor. It was possibly the BEST pot of soup I have ever made. Soup made from leeks and garlic is a particular pleasure.

[@konstantinivanov1986]

Simply the best. There is no doub.

[@BellefontePerson]

I just made this. It was a little thicker than I thought, so I added a little more water after I ran it through the food processor. It's not bad. I only have skim milk, so I didn't add any. I'm drinking some out of a coffee cup right now. That's the first time I ever used a leek in a recipe. Yes, I cut it and washed it. It had clumps of dirt in it. Edit: Oops, I forgot the croutons. lol. Oh well, I"ll make those tomorrow.

[@robertmarks713]

Jacques Pepin is AWESOME! I do not call many people my hero but he is one of the very few. Not only has he shared his awesome gift of cooking knowledge with the world, but now he operates a charity with his wife. Thanks to him, I can now have a lovely, proper French omelet (traditional) at home any morning I chose instead of having to walk several blocks in the scorching heat and paying more than I can afford for 3 eggs and a knob of butter (+love and technique!). I watched that video many times and ate many less than desirable omelets but I got it down thanks to his patient explanations. I gotta try this garlic soup now!

[@northover]

This Is Jacque rock and rolling. I just love this guy.

[@giannirocco7492]

Really enjoying Mr.Pepin in his younger days,great then,great now!

[@thepketkhounaroun4693]

I can never get tired of watching Jaques Pepin,( not sure if it's correct spelling of his name). Back in the days you didn't need cable or internet, geezz, really look how far we've come...

[@joyl7842]

Such a pleasure to watch this. Very accurate explanations of what and why and none of that show-boding nonsense camera work you see in many videos of Gordon Ramsay's.

[@brokenglassshimmerlikestar3407]

I love that he makes simple recipes, and that he also gives a lot of tips on cooking healthy food and economising ingredients as he goes!

[@TheArchaos]

I made this soup and it was absolutely glorious, threw in some parsley and spring onion because both were starting to wilt.

[@robertdoback4553]

I have made this soup. It was by far the best soup I have ever had. Today I make it again.

[@billb5690]

My favorite of all time! Pure class Jacques!

[@brianjennings7644]

outstanding.. ..this will be dinner tonight. I adore Chef Pepin.

[@jarniwoop]

Thank you Chef Pepin for correcting my misconception (from some other misguided cook) about the green part of thee Leek.

[@lebarosky]

He is the best.

[@jamestimmerman7519]

The master on display. Be safe and happy you wonderful person.

[@ingridschor4413]

I have become a much better cook since watching these quick informative tutorials! My Oma made me potato and garlic soup once! I remember because I said yuck garlic! But I was sick and I ate it, had garlic smell on me for days but I got better! And it did really taste wonderful and was pleasant to look at! Garlic was used as anti inflammatory/ antibiotic type medicine for 100’s of years! Thanks. Yours is a great recipe! ❤

[@phylliscimino2963]

Such a joy to watch him👍

[@MickBisignani]

Chef Pepin , Love it !! My Chef Idol !

[@jackmehoff7430]

Jedi Master of the kitchen, amazing knife and technique skills.

[@traingirl1843]

What a great kitchen. Bigger than living room. Lovely tastey soup recipe. Will cook that today or tomorrow

[@georgeth100]

Jacques taught me how make a real french omelette. Master level Chef for sure. Thank you very much sir!

[@-gina1114]

Loved this video. Jacques is a wonderful teacher. I just love being a student in his classroom. Thank you so much Jacques for the delicious recipe and the cooking tips you have shared with us!

[@richardp5920]

Just made this soup yesterday. It is so good. 10/10 will make again!

[@davidlawson4281]

I am super impressed with his knife skills. I have never seen anyone who is his equal.

[@hartleygabolinscy3152]

Wonderful to be able to see these earlier shows. Fantastic. 👍❤️👍

[@JohnSmith-cw5hs]

i love this man

[@crispereira2020]

Omg I love this man!! Such a quick simple recipe and probably more delicious and comforting than you would expect.Thank you Jacques for all you share with us.

[@ericfialkovich6725]

Love how he chopped that onion

[@kendebacker5850]

Yum! Again, it is fast and easy for people who have little time to prepare a flavorful and traditional soup.

[@whaddoiknow6519]

I always peel garlic in the way that Jacques Pepin teaches. A New York Times reporter once saw him do it and wrote that the skin fell away like a silk robe.

[@sheltiepeas]

Love these videos! What a nice way to start my day, watching Chef Jacques Pepin.

[@GrikWorldNomad]

Brilliant! I learn from every clip, thank you chef Jacques

[@mollymollie6048]

Love Chef Pepin! Making this as soon as I can!

[@maryngshwuling9916]

Thanks for sharing this recipe 🌈

[@steventuck1524]

Man...jacques knife skills are beyond belief! And he was the personal chef to Charles Degaul, president of France, in the 1950s!

[@mtl5370]

He also Ex Chefed for Howard Johsons chain! to learn managment. Hes such a nice guy too.

[@4312caviar]

My Favorite, this Soup is this season's first 2021 JP Legend 🍾

[@ContinentsCondiments]

Hi @KQED! Last week you were asking if we prefer full episodes or clips like this. I have to admit that I prefer the clips since sometimes the different dishes are intertwined in the original episodes. It makes it easier to follow this way. Thank you!

[@ShrimplyPibblesJr]

Doing this now. One change is I had a ton of shallots I wanted to use and skipped the onion. He’s all about using everything! Also seasoned to my personal taste.

[@kidricoflynn5813]

I bet this is the soup that General Calvet offered Major Ducos in Sharpe! Thank you for posting it!

[@elcidcampeador497]

Every time I hear Jacques Pepin talk O have an urge to see movie "Green Card". ☺️💕

[@ryanlars33]

When this man cooks you watch and listen

[@jessicagrace625]

Always enjoy watching Jacques cook.

[@ASH-mo4qg]

Love to watch him make soup.

[@michelleharkness7549]

Greetings from southcentral Texas USA 🇺🇸. The soup 🍜 looks fabulous. I will make this as soon as I can; it will be delicious! Thank you, Master Chef Jacques Pepin. Again, thank you. Wonderful.

[@Tsamokie]

Great. Simple and quick. I'll have to try it

[@daphnepearce9411]

I was just looking through my recipes and came across chefs leek and potato soup. This is pretty much the same thing except the addition of garlic, yum! Perfect! I did think it was interesting him mentioning calories. I don't even think about that anymore. The food is so rich, flavorful and satisfying that a little bit will fill me up very quickly.

[@TheSenseiNeo]

Beautiful

[@mrenfilade7178]

Such a perfect recipe.

[@porridge301]

That looks delicious. I may have a difficult time sharing it with anyone.

[@babooseven]

The knife work is masterful

[@daimagicfan]

What a masterpiece

[@sharimeyers292]

This soup is easy to make and delicious. Thanks!

[@andrewslat7283]

I should make this tomorrow. I have plenty of potatoes and garlic!

[@photonotavailable7936]

Oh my gosh. The soup looks delicious. Now that I watched this video I’m starving. For leek and potato soup!

[@markcummings6856]

It was delicious, thanks.

[@blueobject]

I just made this again - my favorite soup ever - prolly 5th 6th time ever

[@funkyboodah]

I learned SO MUCH about cooking from this video

[@PAGodinez]

Had I know it was so simple, I would've made it long ag o. I made my second leek and potato souped tonight with water sans oil, onions, stock and garlic and with a lot of black pepper powder and finished with salt. It was so sarisfying and delicious!

[@johnathonlee7017]

Jacques Pepin is my Hero. I wonder what type of food processor he uses.

[@HappyMom2Girls]

Looks delicious! Looking forward to trying this recipe. I wish I could say crouton like he does!

[@lindazhang8004]

this looks sooooooo gooooooood !!!!

[@mnistico1]

First time I made potato and leek soup and this recipe was perfect. Thank you JP

[@jrod1995]

I am making this recipe next weekend. It looks so good and definitely simple

[@magicman9321]

I made this today. It was great

[@mariescammel5733]

That is wonderful! Jacques u r THE BEST.

[@jessstuart7495]

Jacques: "add one tablespoon of oil" Pours 3 ounces of oil on croutons. I love it!

[@dixonpinfold2582]

Also, "a dash of salt", meaning half a teaspoon. Coming up next on The Salt Network...

[@markust8904]

Great to see him in his younger days! "yu know"

[@jaredreeve2302]

Thank you!

[@lilithsmith1290]

Go Pepin good for ever if it is the leek soup or tong or duck !