Ingredients:
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 Medium Zucchini -- wash, sliced 1"
1 Large Yellow Crookneck Squash -- wash, sliced 1"
1 Pattypan Squash -- quartered
1 Large Onion -- thinly sliced
1 Teaspoon Garlic -- finely minced
3 Cups Chicken Broth -- defatted (3 to 3.5)
Salt And Freshly Ground White Pepper -- to taste
2 Tablespoons Fresh Basil -- finely chopped
2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley -- finely chopped
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 Cup Buttermilk
-----Garnish-----
Fresh Basil -- chopped
Fresh Parsley -- chopped |
Preparation:
1. In a large saucepan place all the squash. Add the onion, garlic,
broth and salt and pepper; bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and
simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are very
tender.
2. Allow to cool slightly; puree in a food processor or blender with
the basil, parsley and lemon juice until smooth. Stir in the
buttermilk. Place in a container, cover and refrigerate for 6
hours or overnight.
3. When ready to serve, whisk until smooth and adjust the seasoning
with salt and pepper. Serve chilled, garnished with chopped basil
and parsley.
Serves: 6
This soup can be prepared as below or varied by using all zucchini,
all crookneck, or even all pattypan squash. Pattypan squash, also
known as cymling or scallop squash, is a tiny saucer-shaped vegetable
with a scalloped edge. It should be firm and without blemishes. It is
best to use fresh herbs for this soup.
Variations:
Plain low-fat or non-fat yogurt can be substituted for the buttermilk.
If fresh basil is unavailable, substitute 1/4 cup parsley for the
basil-parsley combination.
Cooking Notes:
It is always important to taste food for seasoning after chilling
since the flavor is more pronounced when the food is hot. |
