ARUGULA VICHYSSOISE

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Blender     Potato     Quick & Easy     Leek     Arugula     Chill     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups, serving 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup finely chopped white and pale green part of leek, washed well (about 1 leek)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 small russet (baking) potato, peeled, grated coarse (about 3/4 cup), and reserved in water to cover
2 cups low-salt chicken broth
2 cups packed arugula, washed well and spun dry
3 tablespoons half-and-half or heavy cream
1 slice of homemade-type white bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 small plum tomato, seeded and diced, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan cook the leek with salt and pepper to taste in 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat, stirring, until it is softened, add the garlic, the potato, drained, and the broth, and simmer the mixture, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the potato is very soft. Stir in the arugula, simmer the mixture, covered, for 1 minute, and in a blender purée it in batches for 2 minutes, or until it is completely smooth. Transfer the purée to a metal bowl set in a larger bowl of ice and cold water, stir in the half-and half, and chill the soup, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, or until it is cold.
  • While the soup is chilling, in small heavy skillet cook the bread cubes in the remaining 1 tablespoon over moderate heat, stirring, until they are browned, transfer the croutons to paper towels, and season them with salt. Divide the soup between 2 bowls and top it with the croutons and the tomato.

Apple Teema
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover arugula. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the creamy texture and the subtle flavor of the arugula.


Mejah Laiza
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add a bit of extra arugula at the end for a bit of extra flavor.


Seo Services
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This is a great soup to make ahead of time. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


Dilawer gujjar
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the arugula. I'll definitely be making this again.


Arianna Johannson
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This soup was delicious! I loved the combination of arugula and leeks. It was creamy and flavorful, and the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


sha jehan
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I was a bit hesitant to try this soup because I'm not a huge fan of arugula. But I'm glad I did! The arugula added a nice bit of flavor to the soup without being overpowering. I'll definitely be making this again.


MD JAMIL MIYA
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This is one of my favorite soup recipes. It's so simple to make and always turns out delicious. I love the creamy texture and the subtle flavor of the arugula. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Lexie Carow
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This was a great way to use up some leftover arugula. The soup was easy to make and turned out delicious. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect meal.


john Akridge
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I'm not usually a fan of arugula, but this soup changed my mind. The arugula added a nice peppery flavor that balanced out the richness of the soup. I'll definitely be making this again.


Maranda Evan
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This soup was absolutely delightful! The combination of arugula and leeks was unexpected but incredibly flavorful. I loved the creamy texture and the subtle hint of garlic. It was the perfect comfort food on a cold night.