
Hodge Podge
This creamy, comforting Hodge Podge is a rustic medley of tender vegetables bathed in a velvety sauce of milk and heavy cream, brightened with fresh dill and chives. The dish strikes a perfect balance—soft potatoes and carrots give way to crisp-tender green beans and sweet peas, all tied together by a rich, lightly seasoned broth. It’s the kind of simple, hearty meal that feels like a warm hug, ideal for chilly evenings or lazy weekend suppers. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, it delivers maximum coziness in every spoonful.
Ingredients
- New Potatoes1 lb
- Carrots1 lb
- Green Beans1 cup
- Peas1/2 cup
- Dill1 tablespoon
- Chives1 tablespoon
- Milk3 Cups
- Heavy Cream1/2 cup
- Butter1/2 cup
- Salt1/2 tsp
- Black Pepper1/4 tsp
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Directions
- 1
First, cook your vegetables. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Par-cook carrots and potatoes for five minutes until carrots and potatoes are fork tender, then blanch the peas and beans for about a minute in the same pot. Strain vegetables and set aside.
- 2
In a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat, add vegetables, and cook to warm through.
- 3
Add milk and cream and bring the soup to a boil. Turn the heat down to low and season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Add dill and chives and let simmer for at least 10 minutes. Serve warm.
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