Chilled Curried Pear Soup Recipe

Name: Chilled Curried Pear Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tbsp (90 mL) unsalted butter, divided; 6 cups (1.5 L) diced peeled pears (about 6); 2 cups (500 mL) chopped onions; 2 cups (500 mL) sliced leeks, white and light green parts only; 1 tsp (5 mL) minced garlic; 3 tbsp (45 mL) all purpose flour; 2 tbsp (25 mL) curry powder (store-bought or see recipe, opposite); 6 cups (1.5 L) chicken stock; 1/2 cup (125 mL) dry white wine; 1/4 tsp ( 1 mL) salt; Pinch freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup (50 mL) sliced green onions; 1 tbsp (15 mL) liquid honey; 1 tsp (5 mL) toasted sesame oil; 1/3 cup plain yogurt (75 mL); Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

6 tbsp (90 mL) unsalted butter, divided
6 cups (1.5 L) diced peeled pears (about 6)
2 cups (500 mL) chopped onions
2 cups (500 mL) sliced leeks, white and light green parts only
1 tsp (5 mL) minced garlic
3 tbsp (45 mL) all purpose flour
2 tbsp (25 mL) curry powder (store-bought or see recipe, opposite)
6 cups (1.5 L) chicken stock
1/2 cup (125 mL) dry white wine
1/4 tsp ( 1 mL) salt
Pinch freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup (50 mL) sliced green onions
1 tbsp (15 mL) liquid honey
1 tsp (5 mL) toasted sesame oil
1/3 cup plain yogurt (75 mL)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
In a large pot, melt 5 tbsp (75 mL) of the butter over medium-high heat.
2
Add pears, onions, leeks and garlic; saute for 2 minutes.
3
Reduce heat to medium and saute for 1 minute.
4
Sprinkle with flour and curry powder; saute for 5 minutes or until pears are soft.
5
Gradually whisk in stock and wine; simmer for 15 minutes, reducing heat if necessary, until soup is velvety and slightly thickened.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Meanwhile, prepare the garnish: In a small skillet, heat the remaining butter over medium-high heat.
8
Add green onions and saute for 2 minutes.
9
Add honey and sesame oil; saute for 1 minute.
10
Remove from heat and stir in yogurt.
11
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12
Set aside.
13
Using an immersion blender, or in a food processor or blender in batches, puree soup until smooth.
14
Cover and refrigerate until cold, about 3 hours, or overnight.
15
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if necessary.
16
Ladle into chilled bowls and top with yogurt garnish.
17
Draw a chopstick or knife through the yogurt to create a decorative swirl.

876

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

115

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tbsp (90 mL) unsalted butter, divided, 6 cups (1.5 L) diced peeled pears (about 6), 2 cups (500 mL) chopped onions, 2 cups (500 mL) sliced leeks, white and light green parts only, and more.

Yes, Chilled Curried Pear Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chilled Curried Pear Soup

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