RUSSIAN MUSHROOM AND POTATO SOUP (LIGHTER VERSION)

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This is particularly great for the cooler fall months. It's a lightened up version of similar recipes, and it reduces calories from over 430 to about 275 per serving by using low-fat and low-sodium ingredients and replacing butter with olive oil for sautéing the vegetables. The original recipe states the recipe yields 12...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 Tbsp olive oil
2 small leeks, chopped (white and green parts only)
2 large carrots, sliced
6 c low-sodium chicken broth
2 tsp dried dill weed
2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 medium bay leaf
2 lb yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced (or red potatoes)
1 lb portabella mushrooms, sliced
1 c light sour cream
1/4 c all-purpose flour
8 sprig(s) fresh dill weed, for garnish (optional)
3 slice cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks and carrots, and cook 5 minutes. Pour in broth. Season with dill, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Add potatoes, cover, and cook 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender but firm. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
  • 2. Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and sauté the mushrooms for 5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Stir sautéed mushrooms into the soup.
  • 3. In a small bowl, mix the sour cream and flour until smooth, and stir into the soup to thicken.
  • 4. To serve, garnish each bowl of soup with a sprig of fresh dill and crumbled bacon (if desired).

Kyle Miller
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out too thin. I had to add more potatoes and cornstarch to thicken it up.


Cathlene Laporre
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This soup is a bit bland for my taste. I would add some extra salt and pepper next time.


Muhammad Zeeshan Muhammad Zeeshan
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I made this soup for a vegetarian friend and she loved it. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for a meatless Monday.


Huzeyfa Jemal
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This soup is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. My kids love it!


Saeed Afraid
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I wasn't sure how I would like this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of dill.


DanielS6011 Swearingen
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This soup is easy to make and packed with flavor! I love the combination of potatoes, mushrooms, and dill.


iam fahad
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes and mushrooms.


Amani Ak
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This soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day! It's warm, filling, and so flavorful.


omega Doe
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The recipe was easy to follow and the soup was ready in no time.


ZLJ LJ!
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This soup was hearty and flavorful! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The potatoes and mushrooms were perfectly tender and the broth was packed with flavor.