POTAGE A LA FRENEUSE (CREAM OF TURNIP SOUP)

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Potage a la Freneuse (Cream of turnip soup) image

Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 to 8 medium-size white turnips
4 tablespoons butter
3 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 cups peeled, cubed potatoes
3 cups heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
A few drops of Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Peel the turnips and cut them into one-inch cubes.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan and add the turnips. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Do not brown.
  • Add the chicken broth and potatoes and simmer until the vegetables are tender but not mushy, about 20 minutes. Put the mixture through a sieve or food processor and let cool. Chill thoroughly.
  • When ready to serve, stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add a touch of Tabasco and the Worcestershire sauce. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 458, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 25 grams, Sodium 807 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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This soup is a must-try for any turnip lover.


Naveed Ulhaq
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I'm definitely going to be making this soup again and again.


Ahmad Gujjar
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Mary Eke
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I love the addition of the nutmeg and chives. They really give the soup a unique flavor.


Mecca Arnette
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This is a great recipe for beginner cooks. It's simple to follow and the results are always delicious.


Morieum Bin
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Aliness Phiri
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so comforting and filling.


deon grant
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I added a bit of chopped bacon to the soup for extra flavor. It was delicious!


Naveed Khalil
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover turnips.


FAHMEED AAHMED
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I'm not a huge fan of turnips, but this soup changed my mind! The turnips were perfectly cooked and the soup was so creamy and flavorful.


Annas Mundiya
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I love this recipe! It's so simple to make and always turns out delicious.


Diabie Andrew
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This soup was a delightful surprise! The turnips added a wonderful sweetness and creaminess to the broth, and the addition of the nutmeg and chives gave it a lovely depth of flavor.


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