Let’s Reinvent Auvergne Potée: A Comforting Winter Soup with Modern Variations

For me, Potée Auvergnate represents much more than just a recipe. It's a journey through time, a tradition that deeply connects me to my Auvergne roots.

This comforting soup, with its root vegetables and smoked meat, embodies winter evenings when family gathers around the table, sharing much more than a meal: stories, laughter, and memories. Its simplicity, combined with its rich flavors, makes it an ideal dish to warm the hearts and souls of those who enjoy it.

Ingredients:

_ 2 liters of cold water
_ 3 large carrots
_ 2 turnips
_ 1 onion
_ 2 cloves
_ 1 tablespoon of sea or table salt
_ 10 black peppercorns
_ 1 bay leaf
_ A few sprigs of fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
_ 2-4 thick slices of bacon
_ 1/2 Savoy cabbage
_ 2 large raw sausages
_ 4 potatoes

Preparation:

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