Watercressed Apple Soup Delicate and unusual as a cold soup--appetite-stimulant to a fresh autumn meal (roast pork or chicken!) as a hot soup--this contribution from my good friend Judy Irons (and her friend Nan) is an excellent first course in any season. Serve hot or cold to 4-6 people. 2 Tablespoons butter 1 medium onion, chopped 2 granny smith apples (or other tart apple), peeled, cored, and chopped 1 bunch watercress 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock 1 Tablespoon tarragon (or 1/2 teaspoon of dried tarragon, crumbled) 1/2 cup heavy cream salt and pepper to taste Garnish: A spoonful of heavy cream dribbled through each serving Saute the onion and apple in the butter until soft. Stir in the watercress, stock, and tarragon. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes. Puree in a blender, solids first. Season with salt and pepper, then mix in cream. If serving cold, chill for at least 3 hours--and remember to slightly overseason with salt. If serving hot, return to saucepan to reheat--then ladle into bowls when ready to serve. Garnish with cream by dribbling a spoonful across the top of each bowl in a design of your choice.
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