Maringouin squash bisque

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2mediumsOnion(s), coarsely chopped
2tablespoonsButter
6cupsChicken stock
4mediumsYellow summer squash thinly sliced
2smallsCarrots thinly sliced
2mediumsPotatoes cut into 1/2\" dice
2tablespoonsDill, chopped
2teaspoonsWorcestershire sauce
1dashTabasco sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
½poundsSmoked or boiled shrimp

Directions

In a large saucepan, saut the onions in the butter over moderately high heat until translucent. Add the stock, squash, carrots and potatoes and cook until the vegetables are just tender, about 10 minutes. Let cool, then puree in a blender. Return the bisque to the saucepan and add the dill, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco and salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with the shrimp.

Food and Wine August 1995

Submitted By DIANE LAZARUS On 08-18-95