Watercress Soup II

Watercress is a very fresh flavor, as well as being very nutritious. This soup is a great way to enjoy both!

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 325 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup butter
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups half-and-half cream
• 1 quart chicken broth
• 12 ounces chopped watercress

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, and cook stirring constantly for a few minutes. Remove from heat, and gradually whisk in the chicken broth so that no lumps form.

Step 2

Return to medium heat, and bring to a simmer. Add watercress, cover, and cook over low heat for 20 minutes. Puree in small batches using a blender, or blend in the pan using an immersion blender. Return to the saucepan, and stir in the half-and-half cream. Heat until warm, but do not boil.