Senegalese Soup

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   Melt the butter in a heavy 4-quart saucepan or pot, and add the celery and onion.

2. 2

   Saute over medium-high heat until the celery wilts and the onions are translucent but not brown.

3. 3

   Lower the heat and add the curry powder.

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   Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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   Add the broth and apples.

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   Partially cover, and simmer over medium-low heat for 35 to 40 minutes, or until all the vegetables are very soft.

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   Strain the broth and degrease if necessary.

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   Reserve the vegetables.

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   Add a little broth to a blender, then add a portion of the vegetables.

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    Puree the vegetables until they are very smooth.

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    Repeat, until all the vegetables are pureed.

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    Combine the strained broth and puree, stirring to blend well.

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    Return the soup to a saucepan, add the chicken, and slowly reheat.

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    Ladle into bowls and garnish with chives.

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    To serve cold, chill the soup and chicken in the refrigerator for several hours and mix in the chicken just before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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