Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

bacon

diced small

5 oz

green onions

thinly sliced

8 oz

all-purpose flour

4 l

hot water

4 oz

ham base

1 oz

chicken base

3 oz

sugar

0.5 lb

medium potatoes

peeled and diced

8 oz

leeks

sliced

0.5 cup

white vinegar

2 cup

half & half

Step 1
~4 min

Dice bacon into small pieces.

Step 2
~4 min

Thinly slice green onions.

Step 3
~4 min

Slice leeks, including tops and bottom.

Step 4
~4 min

Peel and dice potatoes.

Step 5
~4 min

Cook bacon in a heavy pot until brown.

Step 6
~4 min

Stir in green onions and sauté for 2 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Add flour to the bacon and onions and cook for 2 to 3 minutes; remove from heat.

Step 8
~4 min

Add hot water, ham base, chicken base, sugar, potatoes, and leeks to the bacon mixture; heat to boiling.

Step 9
~4 min

Boil for 15 to 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.

Step 10
~4 min

Add white vinegar and mix well; cook for 2 minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

Add half & half and simmer, stirring often.

Step 12
~4 min

When heated through, serve hot with a garnish of your choice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of vinegar to your preference.

For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of half & half.

Garnish with fresh parsley or chives.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty bread
Side salad with vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often served during colder months.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Oktoberfest

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Comfort food
Winter meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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