Fiskesuppe (Creamy Norwegian Fish Soup)

1. 1Cut the fish fillets in cubes or strips. Crush or chop the garlic. Rinse the vegetables and cut into thin strips.
2. 2Heat the butter in a pot and add the garlic. Once the garlic starts to turn golden add the flour, whisking well.
3. 3Add the fish stock and continue to whisk until there are no lumps.
4. 4Add the vegetables and milk and bring to a boil. Cook for about 10 minutes.
5. 5Add the crème fraîche (or sour cream). Bring the soup back to a simmer and once the soup begins to bubble again turn off the heat. Keep the soup on the burner and add the fish. Let the fish cook in the hot soup for 5 minutes. If using shrimp, add right before serving.
6. 6Sprinkle with chives (or dill or parsley) before serving.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Fish fillet
• 1 clove Garlic
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 2 Carrots
• 1 Leek
• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 5 tablespoons Flour
• 4 cups Fish Stock
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 1/4 cup Creme Fraiche
• 1 cup Shrimp
• 1 tablespoon Chives