Fresh Corn Bisque With Green Onions

Grrrrrgh!
Course : Onions
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 2
 

Ingredients:

1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 medium Onion -- chopped
1/4 medium carrot -- chopped
1/4 stalk celery -- chopped
1/2 clove garlic
1 dash turmeric
1 cup water
1/4 piece bay leaf
1 1/4 cups corn -- fresh or frozen
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon green onions -- chopped
 

Preparation:

My note: Shortcut version of recipe for 8 servings. In medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, garlic. Cook, stirring for 2 min. Stir in turmeric and cook for 1 min. Add bay leaf and water, bring to simmer. Add corn, simmer 10 minutes. Discard bay leaf. May be pureed in blender or food processor in small batches. Add salt and cayenne to taste. Serve hot or cold and garnish with green onions or parsley. Makes about 1 1/3 cup.

 

Nutritional Information:

91 calories, 1 fruit choice, 1 fat 4 grams fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 150 mg sodium, 2 grams protein, 14 grams carbohydrate.