CHILLED APPLE SOUP WITH YOGURT

CHILLED APPLE SOUP WITH YOGURT

In the Summer there is nothing better than a chilled soup served with a beautiful salad and crusty French bread for a light wonderful easy meal.  These cold soups fill the bill.

1 tablespoon butter

5 shallots, diced, or 1 medium onion, diced

1 medium leek, well washed and diced

4 apples, peeled, cored and cut into chunks

½ cup apple juice

½ cup buttermilk

1-1/2 cups plain yogurt

salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Fresh cilantro, chopped

1. In large saucepan, melt the butter and saute the shallots and leek for 3 to 5 minutes or until translucent.  Add the apples, and apple juice and simmer for 25 minutes.
2. In a blender or food processor, puree the apple mixture.  Return mixture to saucepan and stir in the buttermilk and yogurt.  Bring to a boil, then remove from heat immediately or separation will occur.  Add salt and pepper and chill for 2 to 3 hours.
3. Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately.This recipe will serve 6 to 8 people.