Potato soup, peasant style

 
                         Potato Soup, Peasant Style
 
 Recipe By     : © 1995 Cole Group, Inc.
 Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Hungary/Hungarian
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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    3      tablespoons   butter or bacon drippings
    2      tablespoons   flour
    3      medium        potatoes
                         peeled and cut into small cubes
    1      teaspoon      paprika
    1                    carrots
                         cut into small cubes
      1/2                onion -- minced
      1/2  small         tomato -- minced
      1/2  small         green pepper
                         seeded, minced
                         Salt -- to taste
    2      quarts        water
 
 In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add flour and cook,
 stirring constantly, until well blended and lightly golden (about 3 minutes)
 Add potatoes, paprika, carrots, onion, tomato, pepper, and salt; stir well.
 Add the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until
 vegetables are tender (about 25 minutes).
 
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 Serving Ideas : Ladle into soup bowls and serve immediately.
 
 NOTES : Yield: 6 servings.