Cold Cucumber Soup

* Exported from MasterCook *

COLD CUCUMBER SOUP

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/4 c Leeks, chopped fine
1/4 c Onion, chopped fine
1/4 c Celery, chopped fine
3 Cucumbers, peeled, seeded,
And chopped
Butter
1/4 c Sherry
2 c Chicken stock
Roux*
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of sesame seeds, dry
Mustard, thyme, chervil
1 pt Light cream
1/4 c Orange juice

Saute the leeks, onions, celery, and cucumbers in butter. Add sherry,
chicken stock and seasonings and let cook 20 minutes. Add roux* to
thicken and then add light cream. Cook 15 minutes and cool. Add the
orange juice and serve cold.
*Roux-Mixture of melted butter and flour used to thicken soups and
sauces



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