Vlasta'S Czech Potato Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 to 4 Tbsp. oil (for sauteing)
2 to 4 Tbsp. flour
4 chopped, peeled potatoes
3 to 4 large carrots, chopped
2 to 3 ribs celery, chopped
3 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/4 c. chopped parsley
salt and pepper to taste
6 drops Maggi brand seasoning (optional)

Preparation

Saute onion and garlic in oil until translucent.
Add the flour.
Make a roux over low flame.
Add vegetables and stir, then add 3 1/2 to 4 quarts of cold water.
Cook for 45 minutes over low to medium heat.
And the Maggi brand seasoning, if desired. Serve, garnished with chopped parsley.