KESAKEITTO -- FINNISH SUMMER SOUP

Kesakeitto -- Finnish Summer Soup image

Provided by Sydney Mike

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups milk
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
1/2 head cauliflower, cut into flowerets
1 medium carrot, diced
5 small potatoes, peeled, quartered
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons margarine
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

In a large sauce pan, bring water, sugar & salt to a boil, then add milk, peas, cauliflower, carrot & potatoes. Reduce heat & simmer 10-15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
Stir 2-3 tablespoons of the hot soup into beaten egg yolk, then return it to the soup.
Season to taste, then add margarine & parsley just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.8, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 34.3, Sodium 208.1, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.5, Protein 7.6