Potato Soup With Caramelized Vegetables

Submitted by Atomic Girl Cooks

"Source: Bon Appetit, December 2004."

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups onions, chopped
• 2 cups leeks, chopped (white and pale green parts only)
• 2 cups celery, chopped
• 1 cup carrot, chopped
• 12 ounces baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 6 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt

directions

1. Heat oil in large saucepan over high heat.
2. Add onions, leeks, celery and carrots. Saute until most vegetables are deep brown, about 20 minutes.
3. Add potato, water, and salt. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to medium. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender (about 15 minutes).
4. Puree soup in blender. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Return soup to simmer.
5. Ladle into bowls and serve.