POTATO AND CUCUMBER SOUP

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This is a summery soup that can be served either hot or cold. Posted for safe-keeping and adapted from "Everyday with Rachael Ray", August 2009.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 lb potato, peeled and diced
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups water
1 lb cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 ear of corn, husked
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and cook onions until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, chicken broth, and water; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Working in batches, puree potato mixture with cucumbers and return to pot.
  • Stir in cream.
  • Meanwhile, heat a heavy skillet over medium high heat, and add the corn and cook until golden.
  • Scrape corn from cob and add to soup.
  • Stir in parsley, salt and pepper.
  • If desired, chill soup in refrigerator before serving.

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