Found in the chef’s cookbookMastering the Art of French Cooking, Vol. 2, the recipe was reposted on the blogKahakai Kitchenso we can enjoy it for the rest of summer and through the later months of the year. Plus, it only takes three steps to make, so to say this soup is easy is an understatement.
Here’s how to make Child’s classic recipe that’s a bowl of deliciousness.
Child: Bettmann/Getty Images. Soup: Jason Donnelly.
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These are the ingredients you will need:
While it’s a longer list of ingredients, many are pantry staples that you probably already have on hand.
First, once you peel your cucumbers, cut them into 18 to 24 paper-thin slices and reserve in a bowl for later. Cut the rest of your cucumbers into ½-inch chunks, which will make about 4½ cups.
Then, in a medium skillet, cook your shallots over low heat in butter until tender. This should take a few minutes, as you’re making sure they don’t brown. In the same skillet, add in your cucumber chunks, light stock, wine vinegar and fresh herbs. After bringing to a boil, stir in the farina and simmer, partially covered, for 20 to 25 minutes. You’ll then take the cooked mixture and puree it in a blender before adding it back to the pan. Add your salt and pepper to taste, and thin out the soup with more stock if needed.
Once back in the pan, all you need to do is beat in half of the sour cream. Serve your soup into bowls and garnish with a dollop of sour cream, the paper-thin cucumber slices and a sprinkle of herbs. Voilà! You have a warm and tasty cucumber soup ready to be enjoyed.
If you were looking for a cold soup, wait for your soup to cool to room temperature before beating in the sour cream. Then, store the soup in the refrigerator for at least four hours and serve chilled.
The fact that this simple soup is enjoyable both warm and cold makes it a perfect summer-to-fall transition recipe. Child’s recipe is similar to our own easyCold Cucumber Soupthat’s topped with herbs and only takes 10 minutes to prepare. For more cucumber soup recipes to help you stay cool in the sweltering heat, try ourCreamy Cucumber Soupor thisvegan versionfor warm nights.
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