Ingredients

  • 3 scallions
  • 3 carrots, peeled
  • 2 parsnips, peeled
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 10 c. chicken broth
  • 8 small red potatoes, unpeeled and quartered
  • 6 plum tomatoes
  • 1/4 c. fresh parsley, chopped flat
  • 10 fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. dried tarragon
  • 1 1/2 tsp. ground pepper
  • 1 tsp. nutmeg

Method

  • In food processor, chop carrots, parsnips and scallions. Mince garlic.
  • Melt butter in large stock pot saute vegetables and garlic 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth and potatoes.
  • Cook, covered 10 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, parsley, basil, tarragon, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Cover and cook over medium heat 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Uncover and simmer 30 minutes.