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Title: Northumberland Bread Soup
Categories: Soup
Yield: 8 Servings

1lbLoasf of bread (white or
  Sourdough); broken into
  Piece
2 1/2qtChicken stock
2lgCarrots; coarsely chopped
2 Celery stalks; coarsely
  Chopped
1lgOnion; coarsely chopped
1 Parsnip coarsely chopped
1 White turnip; coarsely
  Chopped
1/4c(1/2 stick) butter
1/2cAll purpose flour
  Salt and freshly ground
  White pepper
1cWhipping cream
1cMilk

Soak bread in 2 quarts chicken stock in large stockpot until bread is soft. Add vegetables and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, stirring often to prevent sticking. Let cool.

Puree in batches in blender or processor. Can be refridgerated until ready for use. Melt butter in small saucepan over low heat. Add flour and cook 2 to 3 minutes without browning. Add salt and pepper.

Return pureed mixture to stockpot with remaining 2 cups chicken stock and bring to boil. Add roux and cook until soup thickens and is creamy, stirring occasionally.

Just before serving add cream and milk and heat through but do not let soup return to a boil. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Per serving (excluding unknown items): 149 Calories; 12g Fat (82% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 3g Carbohydrate; 45mg Cholesterol; 2710mg Sodium

NOTES : Many cultures use bread as a base for soups, this one comes from Great Britain. It's elegant as well as satisfying. Posted to MM-Recipes Digest V4 #3

Recipe by: Ten Downing Street San Diego Ca

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