CREAM OF POBLANO CHILE AND POTATO SOUP

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Number Of Ingredients 12

4 , large poblano chile kimmy
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic (large), chopped
1 medium (6-ounce) Russet potato, peeled and thinly sliced
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more for garnish
1 cup chicken stock or canned fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels (from about 1/2 ear) or thawed if frozen
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Roast the chiles directly over a gas flame or under a preheated broiler, turning frequently with tongs, until charred all over, about 3 to 4 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent charring too much or the chiles may get too soft. Place in a plastic bag and steam about 5 minutes. Wearing rubber gloves, rub or scrape off the charred skin. Cut the chiles open, remove the seeds and veins. Chop coarsely and reserve. 2. In a large heavy saucepan, heat the butter and oil over medium heat. Cook the onion and garlic, stirring frequently, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the potato, water, parsley, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until the potato is very tender, about 15 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, bring a small pot of water to a boil and cook the corn until just tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and reserve. 4. When the potato is done, transfer the contents of the saucepan to a blender or food processor. Add the reserved chiles, cream, and salt. Purée until smooth. Return the soup to the saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, to prevent scorching. Divide the soup among 4 soup bowls. Garnish each serving with about 2 tablespoons of corn, and sprinkle with parsley.From "1,000 Mexican Recipes." Copyright 2001 by Marge Poore. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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