A thick, warming potato soup enriched with cream, leeks, and nutmeg, a staple of Liechtensteiner winter cooking served with crusty bread.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: deep ceramic bowl
Garnishes: chives, croutons
Accompaniments: crusty bread
Instructions
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1
Melt butter in a large pot and sauté onion and leeks over medium heat until softened, about five minutes.
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Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for twenty minutes until potatoes are very tender.
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3
Mash roughly with a potato masher for a rustic texture, or blend partially for a smoother consistency, leaving some chunks.
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4
Stir in cream and nutmeg. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. Heat through without boiling.
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5
Ladle into warm bowls and garnish generously with fresh chives and croutons.
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Serve with thick slices of crusty bread on the side for a complete winter meal.
Did You Know?
Liechtenstein is so small that during the potato harvest season, the aroma of cooking potato soup can seem to fill the entire country.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- large pot
- potato masher or immersion blender
Garnishing
chives, croutons
Accompaniments
crusty bread
The Story Behind Kartoffelsuppe
When potatoes arrived in the Rhine Valley, they revolutionized Liechtensteiner cuisine. The humble tuber became the backbone of peasant cooking in the principality, and potato soup emerged as the most essential winter dish. Generations of cooks refined the recipe, adding cream and leeks as prosperity grew, transforming a simple survival food into a beloved comfort dish that remains on tables across all eleven municipalities of Liechtenstein.
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