Thursday, July 7, 2011

Blueberry Soup

This recipe comes from the Epicurious website. It was originally published in the February 1995 issue of Bon Appétit magazine.  The article says that the recipe is a simple version of a Scandinavian fruit soup.  It can also be served as a sauce over ice cream, frozen yogurt or pudding.  I have been wanting to try a cold fruit soup.  It sounds perfect for a summer dinner.  

Blueberry Soup
Bon Appétit February 1995
Yield:  2 Generous Servings

Ingredients:
1 1-pound bag frozen unsweetened blueberries
1 cup water
5 tablespoons sugar
2-1/4 inch thick lemon slices
1 cinnamon stick
Pinch of Salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Lemon Wedges

Low-fat vanilla yogurt or frozen vanilla yogurt

Preparation:

Bring first 7 ingredients to boil in heavy medium saucepan over high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.  Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until berries are very tender, about 15 minutes.  Discard lemon slices and cinnamon stick.  Puree half of soup in blender or food processor.  Transfer all of soup to medium bowl and refrigerate until very cold.  (Can be prepared 2 days ahead.)

Divide soup between 2 bowls or large goblets.  Serve with lemon wedges and dollop of vanilla yogurt.

 Enjoy!

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Blueberry Potato Salad

This is one of the most unusal blueberry recipes I found.  It sounds good to me, though.  I am not sure why.  The color contrast of the blueberries and the white of the potatoes would be interesting on a plate.  I am definitely going to try this recipe.


Blueberry Potato Salad
Servings:  8
Ingredients:
¼ cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried basil (crushed)
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 cups potatoes cooked and sliced
1 cup fresh blueberries
½ cup cucumber, diced
½ cup carrot, shredded
2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Directions:
1.       Combine vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, basil, and pepper the blend well.
2.       Combine dressing with the potatoes and mix well.
3.       Stir in the blueberries, carrots and cucumber.
4.       Sprinkle with chopped scallions and parsley.
5.       Serve.

Enjoy!