GROUNDNUT SOUP

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From Twisted Tanya Restaurant in Copan Ruinas, Honduras Peanuts are offered referred to as groundnuts in the English-speaking islands

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Fruit

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ounces peanuts, peeled and roasted
5 cups chicken stock
1 dash salt
fresh ground pepper
hot sauce, to taste
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup evaporated milk
1 tablespoon Angostura bitters
6 tablespoons dry sherry (optional) or 6 tablespoons vermouth (optional)
croutons or chopped chives

Steps:

  • Put the peanuts and enough chicken stock to cover in an electric blender and blend on high speed to a smooth paste.
  • Pour into a heavy saucepan, add the rest of the stock.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and hot pepper sauce.
  • Cook over low heat, stirring from time to time, for about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the cream and cook, stirring, until heated through.
  • Stir in the Angostura bitters.
  • A tablespoon of dry sherry or dry vermouth may be added to each serving.
  • Garnish with croutons and serve hot or chill and serve sprinkled with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316, Fat 26.4, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 60.3, Sodium 330.3, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4, Protein 10.7

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