Chilled watercress and pear soup recipe

Chilled Watercress and Pear Soup recipe

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This refreshing chilled watercress and pear soup is a delightful blend of flavors that is perfect for a light summer meal. The combination of crisp watercress and sweet pears creates a harmonious balance of taste and texture. With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to make and can be enjoyed as a starter or a refreshing snack. Serve it cold for a refreshing burst of flavor on a warm day.

Keywords: chilled, watercress, pear, soup, refreshing.

Chilled watercress and pear soup recipe details

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Ingredients

170 g	watercress, chopped
4	pears, peelded and diced
1	onion, chopped
25 g	butter
1 liter(s)	chicken stock
250 g	potatoes, peeled and diced
50 ml	cream
3 tbsp	milk
	salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a large saucepan, fry the onions in butter until soft. Pour in the chicken stock and potatoes, bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.

Stir in watercress and pears and cook for further 5 minutes. Puree the soup and stir in cream and milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Allow to chill in the refrigerator for 7-9 hours and check the taste before serving.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Resting time:
ca. 9 hrs
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
207 kcal