Jellied Cucumber Herb And Lime Soup Recipes

JELLIED CUCUMBER, HERB AND LIME SOUP

Steps:

• In a cup, soften the gelatin in the water for five minutes. Pour it and the stock into a small saucepan, and stir over low heat until dissolved.
• Put the mixture into a food processor, along with the cucumber, scallions and lime juice. Process until mixture is smooth, with a little texture (not a fine puree).
• Season with dill, chives, salt and pepper. Add more lime juice if desired. Pour into a bowl, cover and refrigerate three hours or overnight.
• When ready to serve, use a large spoon to stir the solids throughout the jellied soup. Scoop it into cups or stemmed glasses, and garnish each with a thin slice of lime.

FERN BERMAN'S GINGER AND LENTIL SOUP

Steps:

• Put the lentils into a colander, rinse thoroughly under cool running water and set aside.
• In a 6-to-8-quart or larger heavy pot, warm the 2 tabepoons olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic and ginger, and saute until transparent. Add 2/3 cup of the water and the diced carrots, and simmer a minute. Stir in the rinsed lentils. Add the stock and remaining 3 cups of water. Partly cover, and simmer over a low flame, stirring often, for 30 to 40 minutes, until the lentils are cooked and the soup has the consistency of porridge.
• Remove from heat, and let cool briefly. Stir in salt, pepper and dashes of balsamic vinegar to taste.

JELLIED CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE - (4.7/5)

Steps:

• Combine jello, hot water, sugar, salt and pepper. When partially set add cucumbers, onion and celery. Add whipped cream and salad dressing combined. (carrots, red pepper, shrimp may be added). Pour into mold and let set.