SALSIFY SOUP

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A little know vegetable, salsify, is what makes this savory soup so delicious. It is great on a cool day with a slice of homemade bread.-Louise Stinson, Plymouth, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups peeled and cubed salsify
3 cups water
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pinch pepper

Steps:

In a saucepan, bring the salsify and water to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until tender. Stir in cream, butter, salt and pepper. Cook and stir for 4 minutes or until butter is melted and cream is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 272mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.