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CREAM OF VEGETABLE SOUP

You always grab a cup of soup and lunch, but home made cream soup is so easy to make that you can make up a large batch and have plenty for a meal or a quick snack anytime. First you will make a broth of 1 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup onion, and whatever vegetable that you prefer from below. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to a simmer. Simmer for the amount of time per vegetable listed below. Remove from the heat and let cool for about 5 minutes or so. Place 1/2 the mixture into a blender or food processor and process until smooth. Pour into a large bowl and repeat with the remaining broth. In the now empty saucepan melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add 2 tablespoons of flour. Let the roux cook for about 30 seconds, then add 1 cup milk. Whisk well and continue to simmer until the mixture is bubbling and beginning to thicken. Pour in your blended stock and mix well. Continue to cook over a simmer until the mixture is bubbling and thick. Add Salt and Pepper to taste. Don't get to gung ho with the salt though. Add about 1/8 tsp at a time, and cook for at least 3-4 minutes until adding more. Salt will become overpowering very quickly. Serve hot.





































VEGETABLESEASONINGCOOKING TIMEYIELD
2 Cups Asparagus, diced 1 tsp Lemon Juice, 1/8 tsp Ground Mace 8-10 minutes 3 1/2 cups
2 Cups Broccoli, diced 1/2 tsp Dry Thyme, 1 Small Bay Leaf (remove before blending), 1 clove garlic 10-12 minutes 3 1/2 cups
1 Cup Carrot, sliced 1 tbs Parsley, 1/2 tsp Dry Basil 12-14 minutes 3 1/2 cups
2 Cup Cauliflower, sliced 1/2 tsp Curry Powder, To Taste 10-12 minutes 3 1/2 cups
1 Cup Mushrooms, sliced 1/8 tsp Ground Nutmeg 5-6 minutes 2 2/3 cups
1 Cup Potato, peeled and sliced 1/2 tsp Dill Weed 10-12 minutes 3 cups


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Posted by Teresa Worth on July 07, 2005 | TrackBack (0)
 


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