Portuguese Potato And Cilantro Soup

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Sopa de coentro from soupsong.com.serve hot or cold.

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Steps

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In a large saucepan , saute the onions and garlic in 3 tablespoons of oil for 5 minutes , until limp , then add the last tablespoon of oil and the potatoes and stir-fry for a minute.

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Add the stock , cover , and simmer for 45 minutes , until the potatoes are mushy.

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Remove from heat and puree.

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Return the soup to the pot , season with salt and cayenne , and stir in the chopped cilantro.

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You can serve the soup cold--or reheat by slowly bringing it to a simmer.

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Ladle into soup plates and top with a sprinkling of cilantro or chives.

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Ingredients

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onions, garlic cloves, olive oil, potatoes, vegetables, salt, cayenne, cilantro