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Jerusalem Artichoke, Potato and Fennel Soup
We have now dug up all the Jerusalem artichokes that were left in the ground as they are about to start growing again and as I had some fennel thought the two would make a lovely combination. I added some potato so as it doesn’t taste to ‘earthy’. The artichokes give the soup a beautiful silky feel and are really delicious. They are a wonderful vegetable to grow, firstly they are perennial so come back each year on their own and secondly they are extremely versatile and can be used much the same as potatoes. You will need the following 1 teaspoon of Vinegar 8 oz Jerusalem artichokes, peeled and diced 8 oz Potatoes, peeled and diced 1 oz Butter 1 medium Onion peeled and diced 2 cloves Garlic chopped finely 2 sticks of Celery chopped 1 medium … Read entire article »
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Potato Garlic and Cheese Soup
When you are short on vegetables, then here’s one to try. All you need are potatoes, onions and garlic, it can be dressed up in anything else, I’ve used fresh parsley but any herbs will lift it, if you don’t have herbs then maybe try a blue cheese such as Stilton, all you have to do is use your imagination and experiment. You will need the following 1 tablespoon of olive oil 1oz/25g of butter 1/2lb/225g finely chopped onions 1 large very finely chopped clove garlic 1 lb/450g peeled and chopped potatoes 2pts/l.2ltrs Stock White pepper 2oz/50grams cheese, either cream, or grated cheddar Parsley small bunch finely chopped Dried chili flakes (optional extra) Sauté the onions and garlic in the olive oil or butter over a very gentle heat until the onions become transparent. Add the potatoes and stir constantly for five … Read entire article »


