Cucumber Soup Ingredients * 2 cucumbers * 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion * 2 tablespoons margarine * 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar * 4 cups chicken broth * 1 tablespoon farina * salt to taste * 1/8 tablespoon dried tarragon * 1/2 cup sour cream * 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Directions 1. Peel,… Continue reading
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Vichyssoise cold soup recipes
Classic Vichyssoise Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter 3 leeks, bulb only, sliced into rings 1 onion, sliced 5 potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced salt and pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram 1 bay leaf 5 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream Directions In a large stock pot melt butter… Continue reading
Some cold and healthy fresh soups for summer
Gazpacho and cucumber soups are old favorites–but vary your routine by drawing from the cuisines of other cultures. Savory Vegetable Soups The king of cold soups is gazpacho. This Spanish soup has multiple variations, but the famous tomato-based gazpacho that originated in Andalucia in southern Spain has its roots in Roman and Moorish cuisines. Made… Continue reading
Potato Leek Soup
Ingredients • 18 small red new potatoes • 6 cups chicken broth • 3 leeks, chopped • 3 tablespoons butter • 2 cups milk • salt and pepper to taste Directions 1. Place potatoes into a large saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tender. Meanwhile, saute leeks in butter… Continue reading
Soup with potato, mushroom, leek and cheddar
Ingredients • 2 leeks, finely chopped (white part only) • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped • 4 medium potatoes (red or Yukon Gold), chopped • 2 tablespoons butter, divided • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground mustard • 2 tablespoons flour • 1/2 cup water • 3 cups chicken broth • salt,… Continue reading
Some tricks for healthier soups
While most Americans view soup as a quick lunch item or long-simmered main course, soups are easy to make and are terrific first courses for people trying to lose weight. Broth-based soups fill you up without being high in calories or fat. Low-Fat Substitutions Here are a few tricks for upping the flavor of your… Continue reading