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.
