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Corn Soup Sopa De Elote

Posted for the zaar world tour-mexico. I haven't tried this recipe yet, but i plan to. Pureeing the corn in this recipe gives this soup a creamy appearance.

Steps

If using fresh corn , cut kernels from cobs.
Scrape cobs with a spoon.
Discard cobs.
Measure corn.
You should have about 1-1 / 2 cups.
Puree 3 / 4 cup corn in a blender or food processor.
Set aside.
Mash garlic with salt to make a paste.
Melt butter in a large saucepan.
Add onion and garlic paste.
Cook until onion is tender but not browned.
Add tomatoes.
Cook slowly 10 minutes , mashing tomatoes with a spoon.
Add broth , chiles , oregano , pureed corn and whole corn kernels.
Taste and add salt if needed.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat.
Cover and simmer 30 minutes.
Stir in cream.
Cook until heated through.
To serve , pour into soup bowls and garnish with cilantro leaves.

Ingredients

ears of corn, garlic clove, salt, butter, onion, tomatoes, beef broth, chile, dried oregano leaves, whipping cream, cilantro leaf