Creamy artichoke hazelnut soup

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Shallot, minced
1tablespoonHazelnut Oil
quartChicken Stock
14¾ounceJar Marinated Artichokes,
Drained and finely chopped
½cupHazelnuts, roasted, skinned
And ground
¼cupRice Flour
¼cupCream
1tablespoonSherry
¼cupParsley, finely chopped

Directions

Saute shallot in oil over medium-low heat until ver soft. Stir in stock, chopped artichoke hearts and hazelnuts. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15-20 minutes. Combine a little of the hot broth with the rice flour to dissolve it. Stir into the soup, then strain soup through a medium mesh strainer or run through a food mill.

Return soup to pot. Stir in cream and cook until thickened. Just before serving, stir in sherry and chopped parsley.

Per Serving: Calories: 215, Protein: 7g, Carbohydrates: 13g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 14mg, Sodium: 276mg, Fiber 4g.

Source: San Francisco Chronicle Typed by Katherine Smith Cyberealm BBS Watertown NY 315-786-1120