COLD CUCUMBER & SPINACH SOUP

COLD CUCUMBER & SPINACH SOUP 1 bunch scallions, sliced 2 tbsp. butter 4 c. diced & seeded cucumbers 3 c. chicken broth 1 c. chopped spinach 1/2 c. sliced & peeled potatoes 1/2 tsp. salt Lemon juice to taste Ground pepper to taste 1 c. light cream

In a saucepan, saute 1 bunch of scallions, sliced, in 2 tablespoons butter until they have softened. Add 4 cups diced and seeded cucumbers, 3 cups chicken broth, 1 cup chopped spinach, 1/2 cup sliced and peeled potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and lemon juice and ground pepper to taste. Simmer the mixture until the potatoes are tender. Transfer the mixture in batches to a blender and puree it. Transfer the puree to a bowl and stir in 1 cup light cream. Let the soup cool, then chill it for several hours.

Serve the soup in chilled bowls, garnished with chopped chives and paprika. Serves 6 to 8 persons.

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