COLD BUTTERMILK SOUP

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I got this from an old Time-Life African cookbook. It's an elegant start for a dinner, and it's even better for breakfast the next day!

Provided by CCLady

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 slices thin westphalian-style pumpernickel bread
1/2 cup seedless raisin
3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemons, rind of
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 quarts buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250ยบ Spread bread on baking sheet and toast until crisp, 30-40 minutes, turning once or twice; set aside to cool.
  • While the bread is toasting and cooling, drop the raisins into a cup of boiling water, soak 5 minutes, then drain on a paper towel.
  • Grind the toasted bread in a blender or food processor, then rub crumbs through a fine sieve into a deep bowl.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, except the buttermilk, and mix thoroughly.
  • Stirring constantly, add the buttermilk in a fine stream.
  • Taste for seasoning and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • To serve, stir well to recombine and sprinkle nutmeg and cinnamon on each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 9.8, Sodium 437.7, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 25.5, Protein 10.8

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