Ease of Preparation: Easy.

Yield:   8 servings.

 

Ingredients:

¾ cup (180ml) unsalted butter

2 cups (480ml) cubed carrots

2 lbs. (900g) white flesh potatoes, peeled and cubed

6 cups (1.44L) chicken broth

1 ½ cups (360ml) dill pickles, cubed +1 cup (240ml) dill pickles, julienned (for garnish)

¾ cup (180ml) all-purpose flour

1 cup (240ml) sour cream + more, for garnish

1 ½ cups (360ml) dill pickle juice

3 tablespoons (45ml) fresh dill, chopped

Salt and pepper

 

Method:

In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, melt butter.

Stir in carrots and potatoes and cook, while stirring, for 4-5 minutes.

Add chicken stock and bring to a simmer.

Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until carrots and potatoes are fork tender.

Stir in pickles, and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes.

In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sour cream and ½ cup of water until smooth.

Slowly whisk flour mixture into the soup until incorporated.

Add pickle juice and stir.

Season with salt and pepper.

Bring to a simmer and remove from heat.

Serve soup hot, garnished with fresh dill, julienned dill pickles,and extra sour cream.