Cream Of Endive Soup With Mussels Recipe

Name: Cream Of Endive Soup With Mussels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp butter; 2 None shallots, peeled and diced; 1 1/2 lbs endive, trimmed and chopped; 1 tsp sugar; 2 1/2 cups vegetable stock; 1-2 tsp lemon juice; 1/2 cup white wine; 12 None fresh mussels in shells; 2/3 cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp fresh chopped chervil or tarragon, plus sprigs to garnish

Servings: persons

1
Melt the butter in a large pan, add the shallots and saute gently for 5 mins. Add the endive and sugar and saute for about 5 mins until the endive has lightly caramelized. Add the stock and lemon juice and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Simmer gently for 30 mins.
2
Just before the end of the cooking time, place the white wine in a small pan and bring to a boil. Add the mussels, cover and simmer for a few minutes until the mussels have opened. Discard any that remain closed. Strain the mussels and remove the mussel flesh from the shells.
3
Add the cream to the soup and heat through gently. Remove from the heat and use a stick blender to puree the soup. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Ladle into warmed serving bowls and top with the mussels and chopped chervil. Garnish with the chervil sprigs.

183

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp butter, 2 None shallots, peeled and diced, 1 1/2 lbs endive, trimmed and chopped, 1 tsp sugar, and more.

Yes, Cream Of Endive Soup With Mussels falls under the Seafood 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.

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Cream Of Endive Soup With Mussels

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