Groundnut Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Put the peanuts and enough chicken stock to cover in an electric blender and blend on high speed to a smooth paste.
2. 2
   Pour into a heavy saucepan, add the rest of the stock.
3. 3
   Season to taste with salt and pepper and hot pepper sauce.
4. 4
   Cook over low heat, stirring from time to time, for about 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Stir in the cream and cook, stirring, until heated through.
6. 6
   Stir in the Angostura bitters.
7. 7
   A tablespoon of dry sherry or dry vermouth may be added to each serving.
8. 8
   Garnish with croutons and serve hot or chill and serve sprinkled with chives.