TAILLEVENT'S CREAM OF WATERCRESS SOUP WITH CAVIAR
Provided by Ann Patchett
Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer
Time P1DT1h
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To make the soup base: Melt the butter in a 6-quart stockpot over medium heat. Stir in the leeks, onion and salt. Cover and cook over low heat until the vegetables are soft but not browned, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken stock and cream. Raise the heat to medium-high and bring to a gentle boil, then simmer on low, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
- Purée the soup in a blender or food processor or with a hand-held immersion blender until emulsified and smooth. Return the mixture to the stockpot and set over medium-high heat. Bring to a gentle boil. Using a slotted spoon, skim off any impurities that rise to the surface. Set aside or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
- To finish the soup: Fill a large bowl with ice water and set aside. Bring 4 quarts water to a boil. Add the coarse sea salt and watercress. Blanch until wilted and soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Immediately drain the watercress, then plunge into the ice water to stop the cooking. Drain again; do not squeeze out all the water. Purée the watercress in a food processor, then place it in a fine-meshed sieve and press out any remaining liquid. Discard the liquid. Set the purée aside.
- When ready to serve, reheat the soup base over low heat. Meanwhile, using an electric mixer, whip the cream to stiff peaks. Stir in the lemon juice and season to taste with sea salt and white pepper. Just before serving, add the watercress purée to the warmed soup and stir until blended. Ladle the soup into shallow soup bowls. Place a scoop of whipped cream in the center of each bowl and top with a small spoonful of caviar.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 596, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 53 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 32 grams, Sodium 1041 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Tseo Kelaotswe
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests. The watercress flavor is so delicate and refreshing, and the caviar adds a touch of luxury. I highly recommend this recipe!
Olegario Tirado
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the caviar added a nice touch of luxury. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.
Eva Craft
[email protected]This soup was a bit too rich for my taste. The watercress flavor was a bit too strong and the caviar was a bit too salty. I think it would have been better with a bit more broth.
Nabukera Maishara
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The watercress flavor is so unique and refreshing, and the caviar adds a touch of luxury. I highly recommend this recipe!
Jade “Ash” Lynx
[email protected]This soup was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the delicate flavor of the watercress and the briny pop of the caviar. I will definitely be making this again.
Hodo Jamac
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of watercress, but this soup was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the caviar added a nice touch of richness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new and interesting soup to t
Mae Nwaozor
[email protected]This soup was amazing! The watercress flavor was delicate and refreshing, and the caviar added a touch of luxury. I will definitely be making this again!
Debra Rodriguez
[email protected]Overall, this was a good recipe. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the caviar added a nice touch of luxury. However, I think it could have been better with a bit more salt and pepper.
Adegbile Anuoluwapo Elizabeth
[email protected]The soup was good, but not great. The watercress flavor was a bit too strong for my taste, and the caviar was a bit too salty.
Saifull Noha
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out bland. I think it needed more salt and pepper, and maybe some lemon juice to brighten it up.
Nabila Adil
[email protected]This soup was surprisingly good! I was a bit hesitant to try it, but I'm glad I did. The watercress flavor was subtle and delicate, and the caviar added a nice briny contrast. I would definitely make this again.
michael sangma
[email protected]I love watercress soup, and this recipe did not disappoint. The caviar added a touch of elegance, and the overall flavor was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves soup.
Faisal Choudary
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it in the end. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the caviar was the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.
Motiar Rahman
[email protected]The soup was easy to make and turned out perfectly. The watercress flavor was subtle but present, and the caviar added a nice briny contrast. I would recommend serving this soup with a crusty bread or crackers.
shah nimesh
[email protected]This soup was a delightful surprise! I've never had watercress soup before, but the flavors were delicate and refreshing. The caviar added a touch of luxury and richness. I will definitely be making this again!