CREAMY BRATWURST BISQUE

Creamy Bratwurst Bisque image

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories Beef

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

Previous Next

3 Tbsp butter
1 large onion chopped
1 large carrot chopped
2 large russet potatoes peeled and cubed
6 clove garlic minced
1/2 c dry white wine
32 oz chicken stock
2 c heavy cream
1/3 c flour
salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
4 bratwurst
1 lemon juiced and zest
minced cilantro for garnish

Steps:

1. Bake the brats in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes turning once. Slice and set aside.
2. Meanwhile in a large Dutch oven melt the butter or med high heat and saute the onions, carrots, garlic, and potatoes. Saute until onions start to brown. Add the wine and let most evaporate
3. Pour the chicken stock in to the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until vegetables are soft. Puree with a immersion blender until smooth.
4. Mix the heavy cream with flour until flour is well dissolved in the heavy cream. Slowly add it to the bisque and cook until it starts to thicken.
5. Stir in the cheese. Cook until cheese melts. Then add the lemon juice and zest. Taste and season with salt and pepper
6. Stir in the bratwurst and heat through. Serve garnished with cilantro