Cream Of Brussels Sprouts Soup
Posted in response to request. This is a soothing soup...giving true comfort to your soul!!
Steps
Trim tough outer leaves if sprouts and put and x in each stem.
Drop sprouts into boiling chicken broth and simmer until tender , about 10-15 minutes.
Blend sprouts in a food processor , reserving cooking liquid.
Melt 3 tbs of the butter in a saucepan and stir in flour.
Blend well.
Add reserved liquid , stir rapidly with a whisk , and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Add pureed sprouts , milk , and nutmeg.
Simmer 5 minutes.
Add cream and tabasco , and salt and pepper to taste.
Heat just to a simmer.
Swirl in remaining butter and serve hot.
Ingredients
brussels sprouts, chicken stock, butter, flour, milk, nutmeg, heavy cream, tabasco sauce, salt and pepper