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Dice the onion, and slice the carrots and the leek.","group":"Preparation","title":"Prepare the vegetables","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sliced leek, sautéing until they are translucent and soft.","group":"Cooking","title":"In a large soup pot, melt the butter","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the potatoes, carrots, and celeriac to the pot. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the potatoes, carrots, and celeriac","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Pour in the vegetable broth and add the dried marjoram. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until all the vegetables are tender.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour in the vegetable broth","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or mash by hand for a chunkier consistency. Stir in the heavy cream if using.","group":"Finishing","title":"Use an immersion blender","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Serve hot.","group":"Finishing","title":"Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of ground nutmeg","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For a more rustic texture, mash only half of the vegetables and leave the rest in chunks. Traditional versions often include a splash of vinegar at the end to brighten the flavors.","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["German"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","boil","saute"],"equipment":["large soup pot","immersion blender","vegetable peeler","chef knife"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","low_sodium"],"allergens":["milk","celery"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":3,"unit":"l","note":"approximate total volume"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld. Store without the cream and add it when reheating."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat. 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