Cold Avocado Soup

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             FOOD FUNNY
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Thanks to Anna Welander for this:

On a high school science quiz, there was the question, "When water
becomes ice, which of its physical properties increases?" Everyone
answered, "Its volume" except one wise guy who wrote, "When water
becomes ice, its price increases."

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             TODAY'S RECIPE
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This thick, creamy soup is just the thing for a hot summer night. It
also hits the spot as a cool, refreshing lunch, so consider making a double batch.

Cold Avocado Soup

2 cups (500 ml) peeled, coarsely chopped avocado
2 cups (500 ml) hot chicken broth
1/2 cup (125 ml) milk or half and half
1/2 cup (125 ml) sour cream
1 Tbs (15 ml) lemon or lime juice
1 Tbs (15 ml) chopped fresh chives plus additional for garnish
Hot sauce to taste (optional)
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Puree the avocado and the hot chicken broth in an electric food
processor or blender. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Add the remaining
ingredients, stirring to combine well. Chill an additional 1 to 2 hours
and adjust the seasoning. Garnish with chopped chives.
Serves 4 to 6.
Received on Fri Jul 25 23:11:42 2008