SUCCOTASH SOUP

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I have tried to duplicate a succotash soup made by my aunt. My fondest memory of her making this for me was when I was very ill and she came to visit me. Without saying a word, she left my bedroom and out to the kitchen she went to make this for me! Whenever you need a pick me up, this is the soup to have! I like the spices,...

Provided by Win Spicer

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 stick butter
2/3 c minced onion
1/3 c minced celery
2 c fresh lima beans
2 c fresh corn
2 c chicken stock
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp dried marjoram
1/2 tsp pepper
11/2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt or to taste
1 c heavy cream

Steps:

  • 1. Over medium heat, melt butter in dutch oven. Saute onions and celery 5-7 minutes.
  • 2. Add lima beans, stir and cook 5 minutes; add corn, stir and cook 2 more minutes.
  • 3. Remove one third of the veggie mixture and puree in blender. Return this mixture to the dutch oven.
  • 4. Add chicken stock, nutmeg and marjoram. Simmer about 10 minutes.
  • 5. Reduce the heat. Stir in the heavy cream, salt and pepper to taste. Cook over low heat for about 5 minutes. Do not boil. Serve immediately.

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