COLD CUCUMBER SOUP

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Categories     appetizer

Time 2h30m

Yield 2 1/2 quarts; 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

6 pounds cucumbers (about 6 cucumbers), peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped (12 cups)
2 yellow bell peppers, stem and seeds removed, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
3 to 4 garlic cloves, mashed to a paste with 1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups plain yogurt
3 cups sour cream, divided
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Combine the cucumbers, bell peppers, green onions, jalapenos, cilantro, mint, dill, garlic, Essence, salt, cayenne, yogurt, 2 cups sour cream, olive oil, and white wine vinegar in a large bowl. Working in batches, puree the ingredients in a blender until very smooth. Transfer the soup to the refrigerator until well chilled, at least 2 hours. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the soup, with each bowl garnished with a dollop of the remaining sour cream and some of the minced chives.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch, published by William and Morrow, 1993.

Adoche Lazarus
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This soup is a must-try for anyone who loves cucumber soup. It's easy to make and it's absolutely delicious.


Akuma Lucifer
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it. It's a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.


Nakawungu Bridget
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This soup is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of cucumber, yogurt, and dill.


Muhammad Aafaq
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I'm not a big fan of cucumber soup, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. It was light and refreshing, and the flavors were well-balanced.


Cgert Ffvhhbvgff
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This soup was a great way to use up some extra cucumbers I had. It was easy to make and it tasted great. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


ITZ SOLOMON THOMAS
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I thought this soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Omar Yasser Elmekawey
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This soup was amazing! It was so easy to make and it tasted so delicious. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Felix Bello
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The soup was good, but it was a little too thick for my liking. I would have preferred it to be a bit thinner.


Siphokazi Nxasana
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This soup was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Lia Young
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I'm not usually a fan of cucumber soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so delicious and refreshing. I loved the combination of cucumber, yogurt, and dill. I will definitely be making this again.


Abiodun Bukola
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This soup was easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh dill from my garden and it really made a difference. The soup was so smooth and creamy, and the flavors were perfect.


James Channell
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are so well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.


Kayemba Colline
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This cold cucumber soup was an absolute delight! It was so refreshing and flavorful, perfect for a hot summer day. The cucumbers were nice and crisp, and the combination of yogurt, dill, and lemon was divine. I would definitely recommend this recipe


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