Delicious and Creamy Sorrel Potato Soup

This Sorrel Potato Soup is a delightful and comforting dish that combines the tangy flavor of sorrel leaves with the creamy texture of potatoes. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a flavorful soup that will warm your soul. The soup is perfect for a cozy family dinner or as a starter for a festive meal. The unique taste of sorrel adds a refreshing twist to the classic potato soup.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of fresh sorrel leaves
• 4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped chives for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the chopped potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring it to a boil and then reduce the heat to simmer.
4. Cook the potatoes until they are tender and easily mashed with a fork.
5. Meanwhile, remove the stems from the sorrel leaves and roughly chop them.
6. Once the potatoes are cooked, remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly.
7. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the soup until smooth.
8. Return the pot to the stove and heat it over low heat.
9. Add the chopped sorrel leaves and stir well.
10. Gradually add the heavy cream while stirring continuously.
11. Season the soup with salt and pepper according to your taste.
12. Cook the soup for another 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
13. Serve the sorrel potato soup hot, garnished with chopped chives.
14. Enjoy the creamy and tangy flavors of this delicious soup!

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