Livonian Cheese and Potato Soup (Livonijas Siers un Kartupeļu Zupa)
Livonijas Siers un Kartupeļu Zupa, or Livonian Cheese and Potato Soup, is a traditional dish from the Livonian cuisine, known for its hearty and comforting flavors.
Ingredients
- 500g potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup grated Livonian cheese
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onions and garlic until softened.
- Add the diced potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender.
- Using a potato masher, lightly mash the potatoes in the pot to thicken the soup.
- Stir in the grated Livonian cheese and milk until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped chives.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 12g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large pot Vegetable peeler Knife Cutting board Potato masher Ladle
Tools
Potato masher Ladle
Serving suggestions
Serve the Livonian Cheese and Potato Soup with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra creaminess, you can blend a portion of the soup in a blender before adding the grated cheese and milk.
Cost
$10