CREAM OF HARICOT VERT SOUP

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I was always fond of vegetable cream soups. When cooking from scratch, there is no shortage of different vegetables combinations to try. Why eat the same soup twice! Enjoy.

Provided by Tiffany Bannworth

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb haricot vert
1 head of broccoli, chopped, stalk included
1 leek, chopped
1 onion, sliced
2 sweet potatoes, diced
1 qt beef or lamb broth
1 c red wine
1 tsp paprika
1 Tbsp herbes de provence
1 Tbsp seasoned salt
1/2 stick butter
1 c half and half

Steps:

  • 1. In a large heavy bottomed, lidded pot, place all the ingredients, save the butter and cream.
  • 2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Keep covered, for an hour, stirring occasionally.
  • 3. Puree in batches and return to the pot.
  • 4. Add butter and cream. Stir well. Then cover for an additional 30 minutes.
  • 5. Serve with a slice of crusty French bread with creamed butter.

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