AYRES' CHICKEN VELVET SOUP

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A favorite, silken, creamy soup that became the Tea Room's trademark. This soup is so thick and creamy, great on a cold day to warm you inside. Recipe Source: Indianapolis Monthly Magazine.

Provided by Julia Ferguson

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 stick margarine
3 ribs celery, pureed
1 large onion, pureed
3/4 c flour
6 c water
2 oz powdered chicken base, concentrated chicken flavoring or chicken bullion cubes
1 c half and half
1 large whole chicken breast, or 2 halfs, poached, skinned, boned and diced
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Cut up onion and celery and puree in food processor. Heat margarine to bubbling hot in a large, heavy saucepan. Add celery and onion puree, recude heat to medium and cook until throughly softened, but not browned. Add flour and stir together to form a smooth paste. Recude heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Slowly add chicken base and water, whipping constantly to ensure smoothness. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 1 hour. Add half and half, blend well. Add chicken meat, salt and pepper to taste, simmer for 5 minutes more.

Jam Irah
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This recipe needs some serious improvement. I would not recommend it.


paul schultz
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I would not make this soup again. It's not worth the effort.


Mack K
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This was the worst soup I've ever had. I don't recommend it.


Manik Mia
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This soup was very bland. I was disappointed.


Jawas Khan
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I thought this soup was okay. I didn't love it, but I also didn't hate it.


Hellen Tungdim
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Not bad, but it's not my favorite soup.


Mian Sadique Ahmad
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This soup is a must-try. It's so creamy and flavorful. We'll be making it again soon!


Omoduemuke Omoghene
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this soup, but it was delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Madinay Ka Mangta
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This soup is amazing. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Ahmed Akinkunmi
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Just made this soup. Really tasty. Loved it!


kealeboga Thusi
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This soup had a great flavor. It's a good choice for cold weather.


Truvon
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I made this soup for a party and everyone raved about it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Keith Hall
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


sirajul islam
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This was the first velvet soup I've ever had. It's very unique. I enjoyed it!


Amar Bashir
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This soup is so rich and creamy. It was a big hit with my family. A keeper!