Receta Brandied Chestnut Soup
Ingredientes
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Direcciones
- In a large saucepan, heat butter. Add in onion and garlic; saute/fry till soft. Add in chicken broth, prepared chestnuts (see note below) or possibly puree, brandy, salt, sugar and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for approximately 30 to 35 min.
- Puree mix, in batches, in blender or possibly food processor. Return to pan; stir in cream. Heat till warm, but don't boil. Thin to desired consistency with a little lowfat milk.
- To prepare chestnuts, slash each nut with a sharp knife. Place nuts in a saucepan and cover with cool water. Bring to a boil; simmer for 3 to 5 min. Drain and let stand till cold sufficient to handle. Cut each chestnut in half and scoop out the center. Throw away the skin and shell.
- Serves 6