Post by Okwes on Dec 5, 2005 20:12:39 GMT -5
Cream of Sunroot Soup
Warm and satisfying. Serve it plain, with variations, and/or with toppings. Accompany with thick, crusty slices of buttered, home-made bread or biscuits. A winter feast.
Base
1 c root; cooked, peeled and cubed
3 c milk
2 T. flour
2 T. butter
salt to taste
Blend all ingredients. Place in saucepan and bring to a simmer. Add variation(s) if desired and simmer an additional 5 - 10 minutes to blend flavors. Serve hot as is, or with additional toppings.
Variations
Add one or more of the following:
1 tsp. dried basil, rosemary, dill, or thyme
1 tsp. onion powder
1 clove minced garlic, roasted or lightly sautéed
1 c. finely chopped spinach or other greens
1 c. finely chopped vegetables
1 c. finely chopped cooked meat
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
1 c. diced or cubed, marinated tofu
Toppings
Sour cream
Shredded cheese
Croutons of any flavor
Seasoned, shredded meat
Chopped parsley, chives, onion
Bacon bits
Warm and satisfying. Serve it plain, with variations, and/or with toppings. Accompany with thick, crusty slices of buttered, home-made bread or biscuits. A winter feast.
Base
1 c root; cooked, peeled and cubed
3 c milk
2 T. flour
2 T. butter
salt to taste
Blend all ingredients. Place in saucepan and bring to a simmer. Add variation(s) if desired and simmer an additional 5 - 10 minutes to blend flavors. Serve hot as is, or with additional toppings.
Variations
Add one or more of the following:
1 tsp. dried basil, rosemary, dill, or thyme
1 tsp. onion powder
1 clove minced garlic, roasted or lightly sautéed
1 c. finely chopped spinach or other greens
1 c. finely chopped vegetables
1 c. finely chopped cooked meat
1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
1 c. diced or cubed, marinated tofu
Toppings
Sour cream
Shredded cheese
Croutons of any flavor
Seasoned, shredded meat
Chopped parsley, chives, onion
Bacon bits