Cold Cream of Watercress

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This pale-green soup is extremely light in texture, unusually rich in watercress flavor, and exceptionally refreshing. Serves 6 to 8

SKU 500-Recipe

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Remove the leaves from the stems of the watercress, reserving 16 leaves for garnish. Bring the chicken stock to a boil in a saucepan and add the stems. Reduce the stock by about half and strain the stock into a bowl.
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over moderate heat, and add the onion. Cook the onion until transparent, about 5 minutes, and add the flour. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually add the milk and bring to a boil. Add the watercress leaves, and cook for 2 minutes. (Do not let the watercress darken.)
Pour the mixture into a food processor and purée, adding the strained chicken stock. Strain the soup through a fine strainer into a bowl that is sitting over a bowl of ice. Season with the salt and white pepper. Chill in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Divide among 6 to 8 soup bowls. Whip the cream and add a dollop to the center of each soup serving. Garnish with reserved watercress leaves.