Watercress Soup

10 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 c. chopped leeks
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 1/2 bunches fresh watercress
  • 1/3 c. chopped parsley
  • 1 clove minced garlic
  • 1 qt. chicken broth
  • 2 c. milk
  • 2 c. light cream
  • 1 c. heavy cream (option milk)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1
    In kettle saute leeks in butter until golden brown.
  2. 2
    Wash watercress; dry and chop.
  3. 3
    Add to leeks.
  4. 4
    Add parsley, garlic and chicken broth.
  5. 5
    Bring soup to boil; cook about 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from heat and cool.
  6. 6
    Place mixture into blender and mix. Do not overmix.
  7. 7
    Add milk, cream, salt and pepper to taste.
  8. 8
    This can be served both cold or hot.
  9. 9
    Serve with garlic toast and with your favorite dishes.

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