The Food52 Christmas Potato Soup puts a spin on traditional dishes that are often served at the holiday table. In place of meat platters, pastas and desserts is a rustic broth, one that was originally made by the author's grandmother each year.
While the recipe isn't an exact science (it was made by memory only), the guide should serve approximately twelve guests. The bouillon includes carrots, celery, butter, whole milk and onion, giving way to hearty flavors and a relatively healthy mix.
A step by step guide will allow readers to replicate this warm dish. While visitors to this Food52 post may only be interested in the Christmas Potato Soup, the entry recommends pairing the broth with oyster stew, crudites and pickled herring.
Festive Holiday Broths
The Food52 Christmas Potato Soup is Made for Family Gatherings
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