Kulajda Soup
6 servings Kulajda soup soup originated in South Bohemia and is full of unusual but delicious flavors that come together to create perfect harmony. This soup is a delicious combination of mushrooms, potatoes, cream, and dill. The slightly sweet and sour flavor comes from the little bit of sugar and little bit... Read more ... of vinegar. This soup is a real treat for everyone, not just for those with Czech heritage. Read less x saved Tom the Chef Founder November 18, 2023 40 min.40 min.1/5 40 min. 40 min. 1/5 Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Large Sauce Pan or Medium Pot (6QT)1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Large Sauce Pan or Medium Pot (6QT) 1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula Directions: 1. Sauté vegetables: 1.1. Preheat a medium pot on medium-high heat with 2 TBSP of frying oil and add: 1 large onion – finely chopped Sauté with occasional stirring until glossy (about 2 – 4 minutes). 1.2. Add: 8 OZ of white button mushrooms – sliced Sauté for an additional 2 – 3 minutes with constant stirring. 1.3. Add: 2 medium potatoes – diced Sauté for an additional 1 minute with constant stirring. 1.4. Then, dust with: ¼ cup of all-purpose flour Thoroughly stir together until nicely combined. 2. Simmering: 2.1. Add into the pot: 6 cups of chicken or vegetable broth 2 TBSP of granulated sugar 1 TBSP of dried dill 2 dried bay leaves ½ TSP of ground cumin ½ TSP of ground allspice Briefly stir and cover with a lid. Bring to a simmer (about 195°F) with occasional stirring. 2.2. Lower the heat to medium and cook with occasional stirring until potatoes get fully cooked (about 15 – 25 minutes based on the size and kind of potatoes). 3. Finishing phase of the soup: 4.1. When your potatoes in the soup are fully cooked (take one potato out and taste to make sure it is done). 4.2. Remove the bay leaves. 4.3. Add: 1 cup of heavy cream 3 TBSP of distilled white vinegar 1 TSP of salt ½ TSP of ground pepper Briefly stir together and cook with occasional stirring for an additional 5 minutes (now without the lid). 4.4. Optionally, add water if the liquid evaporates more than it should and then cook for an additional 3 minutes. 4.5. Taste and add granulated sugar, vinegar, salt and/or pepper if needed. 4. Serve each portion with two halves of hardboiled eggs, a scoop of thick sour cream, and a sprinkle of dill. And best is to have fresh bread as a side. About the Author: Tom the ChefFounder # 1 120 Followers Published Recipes: 268Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Iowa, USAMember since: 2023-02-02 Published Recipes: 268 Av. 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