Chinese Recipe - Lotus Root and Pork Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lotus root
  
• 1 ½ lbs spareribs
  
• 6 cups broth (from spareribs)
  
• 1 stalk leek, cut into small sections
  
• 2 tsp salt
  
• ¼ tsp MSG

Directions:

1. Discard ends of lotus root. Remove skin and cut root in half lengthwise. Then slice thin. Soak in water with a small amount of vinegar to prevent discoloration.
2. Simmer spareribs for 40 minutes or until tender, using enough water to produce 6 cups broth.
3. Add lotus root, leek, salt and MSG. Simmer for 20 minutes longer and serve hot.