Peanut Soup
[lt_recipe name=”Peanut Soup” servings=”10-12″ summary=”A smooth and creamy peanut soup. ” print=”yes” ingredients=”3 tablespoons butter;1 large onion, chopped;3 ribs of celery, chopped;3 tablespoons flour;1 heaping tablespoon chicken soup base;56 ounces Chicken Stock;1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper;1/8 teaspoon celery salt;2 cups smooth peanut butter;1 cup heavy whipping cream;1/2 cup half-n-half;;4 shots apple brandy;;2 teaspoons lime juice;;<br><br>Garnish:;peanuts, chopped;” ]In a large soup/stock pot, saute the onion and celery in butter until soft and translucent. Do not brown.;;Stir in the flour and chicken soup base until well incorporated.;;Add the chicken stock, stirring to incorporate the roux. Add the freshly ground pepper and the celery salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and let reduce slightly.;;Remove from the heat. Use an immersion blender to puree the onions and celery with the stock.;;Add the peanut butter, cream, half-n-half, apple brandy and lime juice.;;Blend with the immersion blender until everything is pureed and smooth.;;Return to a simmer until everything is heated through. ;;Serve immediately. ;;Garnish with chopped peanuts.<br><br>NOTE: This is a rich soup. Typically a cup is more than enough if a full meal is to follow.;[/lt_recipe]