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December 15, 2007
Tomato and tangerine soup
This is a little gem that is so easy to make it belies it's complex flavour. Don't be put off - it really is delicious, warming, a little exotic and perfect as a Christmas starter.
2 shallots, finely chopped
a little oil (I use grapeseed)
2 16oz tins of plum tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato puree
a good sized glass of tangerine juice
1 pint good vegetable stock (we are big fans of Marigold Swiss Bouillon)
A decent sized pinch of sugar
Salt and pepper to taste
Sweat the shallots in the oil until they are soft and have turned transparent.
Liquidise the tomatoes with the tomato puree.
Add to the onions together with the stock. Season with salt and pepper and add a good sized pinch of sugar.
Gradually add the tangerine juice until you get the balance of sweet and tart which tickles your personal palate, then simmer for about 5 minutes until you are sure the shallots are cooked through.
Serve with some bits of tangerine zest and some chopped chives - it looks and smells really festive.
Also remember that tinned tomatoes are really, really, really good for you.
Posted by glittrgirl at December 15, 2007 09:29 AM
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