Barney Js Polish Potato Soup Recipes

BARNEY J'S POLISH POTATO SOUP

Steps:

• Saute celery and onion in a little butter until slightly tender but not brown.
• Cook potatoes and pinch of sugar in 3 cups of water until tender. (If using bouillon cubes, add before boiling potatoes. Use NO Salt in the water if using the bouillon cubes. Add in the celery and onions.
• Add 1/2 pint of sweet cream (can use milk), bring to simmer. Or use half-and-half.
• Add salt (if needed) and pepper to taste. Paprika for coloring. Sprinkle with parsley.
• You can sneak in a pat of butter before serving.
• Cooking Tips: Add as much milk or cream as necessary to suit your taste.
• Mash or crush potatoes to suit your taste. Or not!
• Don't sub or add dry milk; it gives an off-flavor.

SARAH'S POTATO BARLEY SOUP

Steps:

• Saute the onions, garlic and potatoes in a little bit of the broth for about 5 minutes or till softened.
• Add everything else and cook for about 45 minutes.
• Take out bay leaves before serving!

POLISH TOMATO SOUP - ZUPA POMIDOROWA

Steps:

• Place the tomatoes, onions, butter and 1 cup water in a sauce pan and cook until the vegetables are soft.
• Rub mixture through a sieve or food mill.
• Place in a soup pot, add broth and heat.
• Combine flour and 1/4 cup cold water, add to the soup.
• Add salt to taste and sugar and bring to a boil.
• Remove from heat, add sour cream and dill.
• Serve with cooked rice or croutons.