Onion pokhlebka

• 1 parsnip
• 1 leek
• 4-6 onions
• 1

Cut the parsnip into thin strips and put into 1¼ litres (2 pt) boiling water. Finely dice the leek and onions and sprinkle with some of the salt. Add them to the water with the peppercorns. When the onion dissolves and the soup turns green, add the rest of the salt, the chopped celery and dill. After 3 minutes take from the heat and cover. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.