Scotch broth

Scotch broth is a filling soup, originating in Scotland but now obtainable world wide. The principal ingredients are usually barley, stewing or braising cuts of beef or - more authentically - lamb or mutton, and root vegetables such as carrots, turnips or swedes. Greens - particularly cabbage and leeks can also be added, usually towards the end of cooking to preserve flavour and texture. Dried pulses are often used too, along with the traditional... more

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