Lettuce and onion soup
6 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | ounces | Butter |
| 1 | large | Onion, finely chopped |
| 1 | large | Lettuce, shredded |
| 2 | pints | Chicken stock |
| Salt and pepper | ||
| 2¾ | fluid ounce | Double cream |
Directions
Heat the butter in a saucepan, add the onion and fry gently until soft, being careful not to allow it to colour. Add the lettuce and cook in the butter for a few minutes, then add the stock and seasoning. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes. Place half the mixture in a blender and puree. Turn into a bowl and repeat with the remaining mixture. Return to the saucepan. Bring to the boil, remove from the heat and gradually add the cream, stirring all the time. Serve with cheese straws. Submitted By JAMES LEAR On 10-06-95