Serves 6
1 head Celery, leaves intact, coarsely chopped
1 med. Onion, sliced finely
2 peeled shallots, sliced finely
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 Tablespoons Celery Seed
1 med. Idaho Potato, sliced finely
Sweet Butter, 3 ounces
Salt and Pepper
Place onion, shallots, garlic, potato, butter, and water in a non reactive pot. Bring to a simmer and stir occasionally until potatoes are soft. If water evaporates during method, add a bit more to over.
Add celery and celery seed to pot. Add enough water to just cover vegetables. Bring to a boil, stirring so nothing sticks.
When celery is soft but still slightly crunchy, puree as quickly as possible with a food mill, processor or blender. Moving quickly will ensure a bright green color and fresh celery flavor.
Pour pureed soup into a stainless steel bowl and place metal bowl in a larger bowl filled with ice. Chill thoroughly.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gradually add buttermilk to taste, to give the soup a dose of acidity but not enough to overpower the celery flavor.
Serve chilled with chopped chives and whole celery leaves.
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