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BY ELLEN JACKSON
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1 medium celery root (about 1 lb), peeled, diced, and held in cold water with a squeeze of lemon juice 6 large potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and quartered 6 leeks (about 1 lb), rinsed and sliced 3 qts chicken or vegetable stock Small bay leaf Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup crème fraiche or cream 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt or whole milk 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley with a pinch of rosemary leaves in the winter; chives and tarragon in warmer months)
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Recipe by Ellen Jackson
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Ellen Jackson is a Portland-based writer and food stylist.
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