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The Ladybugs' Recipes

Cream of Chestnut Soup

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Ingredients:
2 T
1/2 c
1 c
4 c
1 can
1/2 c
1 T
1/2 tsp
1/2 tsp
 
butter
chopped shallots
Sauternes (a sweet French wine)
chicken stock (veal stock is preferable if available)
(15.5oz) purée of chestnuts
heavy cream
balsamic vinegar
salt
pepper
Chopped parsley or chervil for garnish
Procedure:
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat butter on medium heat.
  2. Add shallots and sauté for 10 minutes.
  3. Add Sauternes and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  4. Add chicken or veal stock, bring to a boil and reduce heat.
  5. Add chestnut purée and whisk until smooth.
  6. Add cream, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley or chervil.

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