Mirliton Soup

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Mirliton squash, also known as chayote squash, in a cream base with shrimp, yummy!!

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Steps

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Boil mirlitons until very tender , cool , peel , remove seed , and puree.

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Make a roux with margarine and flour , add onions and garlic.

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Add broth slowly and stir until smooth.

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Add other seasonings , salt to taste , and cook over medium heat , stirring.

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Add mirliton and shrimp.

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Cook until shrimp are tender.

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Add cream , and serve.

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Ingredients

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butter, flour, onions, minced garlic cloves, basil, thyme, garlic powder, tabasco sauce, bay leaves, chicken broth, black pepper, white pepper, red pepper, salt, parsley, mirlitons, shrimp, whipping cream