Green Garlic Soup
1c. Green garlic stems, chopped
1ea yellow onion, chopped
1/8 tsp chili flake
2Tbsp EVOO
½ tsp dry Mediterranean Oregano
1ea large russet potato, peeled and diced
1/2c Dry white wine
1c. heavy cream
1c. spinach, blanched and shocked – pureed until smooth.
Salt and white pepper to taste
Sachet of:
2 sprigs marjoram
2ea bay leaves
1tsp Black peppercorns
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Executive Chef: Chris Smith
"Green garlic is one of my favorite flavors of spring, the subtlety of the early shoots leaves a fantastic flavor without the often sharp bite of mature garlic. I like to serve it slow-cooked in a silky smooth soup, the bright green color leaves the diner with that overwhelming sensation of spring and the flavor of the soup lingers on the palette in a way that craves a crisp glass of wine and a loaf of bread to sop up the remnants."
-In a heavy bottomed pot over medium heat: sweat onions and garlic until translucent and aromatic.
-Add Chili flake and oregano and deglaze with white wine.
-Add 2qts water, potato, and sachet.
-Simmer over medium-low heat until potato is tender.
-Remove sachet and add cream.
-Remove from heat and blend thoroughly in small batches, add the spinach, season to taste and serve