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Easy
By Darina Allen
Published 1989
Most people would have potatoes and onions in the house even if their cupboards were otherwise bare, so one could make this ‘simply delicious’ soup at a moment’s notice. While the vegetables are sweating, pop a few white soda scones into the oven and then you will have a nourishing meal.
Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan. When it foams, add the potatoes and onions and toss them in the butter until well coated. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and sweat on a gentle heat for 10 minutes. Add the fresh herbs and stock and cook until the vegetables are soft. Purée the soup in a blender or food processor. Taste and adjust seasoning. Thin with creamy milk to the required consist