Cream Of Cilantro Soup Crema De Cilantro Recipes

CREAM OF CILANTRO SOUP - CREMA DE CILANTRO

Steps:

• Place cilantro leaves in a blender with 1 cup of the chicken stock and blend to form a puree. Set aside.
• Melt the butter in a large saucepan, add the onion and garlic, and sauté until soft but not brown. Add the flour and stir to make a roux. Gradually add the remaining broth, stirring with a whisk after each addition.
• Add the cilantro puree, stirring to blend thoroughly. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes. The soup may be made ahead up to this step.
• Stir in the cream, place in serving bowls and garnish with shredded cheese and a cilantro sprig if desired.

CREAM OF CILANTRO SOUP

Steps:

• In a food processor puree the cilantro with 1 cup of the broth, and blend to smooth.
• In a large saucepan melt the butter over medium heat and whisk in the flour.
• Slowly add the remaining broth, whisking to smooth.
• Boil, while whisking, for 1 minute.
• Stir in the cream cheese, cilantro mixture, sour cream, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin.
• Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
• Ladle into bowls and offer garnishes at the table.