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Doug Varrieur

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Low Carb Savory Emerald Isle Soup
« on: April 10, 2015, 08:14:43 AM »
Want something different and delicious this weekend? Give this wonderful soup a try :)



LOW CARB EMERALD ISLE SOUP

1/4 cup leeks or green onions, chopped, about 3/4 ounce
2 tablespoons salted butter
16 ounces frozen broccoli
2 cups chicken broth, unsalted
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup heavy cream
Pinch nutmeg
Sour cream for topping (optional)
Sprig of parsley for garnish

Directions

1- Sauté the leek or onions in the butter in a medium saucepan until tender.
2- Add the frozen broccoli, broth and a bit of salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer until the broccoli is very tender.
3- Puree in a blender or with a stick blender until smooth and thick.
4- Stir in the cream and blend well. Adjust seasoning and add nutmeg
5- Garnish with parsley and drop a dollop of sour cream on top if desired.
« Last Edit: April 10, 2015, 08:16:50 AM by Doug Varrieur »
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Re: Low Carb Savory Emerald Isle Soup
« Reply #1 on: April 29, 2015, 09:39:58 AM »
yummy! :)