I had the distinct and delightful opportunity to meet and talk with Jennifer Caraway this week. She is the founder and heart behind The Joy Bus, a non-profit organization which nourishes the bodies and souls of those home bound with cancer. She’s quite a gal and personally, I think she’s totally RAD!!!
This is a very simple yet nourishing soup. For those who have trouble getting the necessary nutrients into their body this is a great staple to keep the belly happy with just a few bites.
Charred I’Itois and Potato Soup
http://www.crookedskyfarms.com/#!iitois-onion/c21vb
Makes 14 8oz portions
10 Medium White or Yellow Potatoes
2 Medium Sweet Potatoes
3 Bunch I’itois Onions
10 Cups Stock (I used some chicken stock I made the previous day but veggie stock will work too)
1 cup Crème Fraiche
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1 Tsp Nutmeg
Salt to Taste
Douse your I’itois with olive oil, nutmeg and a sprinkle of salt, roast until charred. Meanwhile, quarter your potatoes and place in a stock pot. Add water and boil until the potatoes are soft to the touch. Add a handful of potatoes, a couple sprigs (reserve a few of your charred sprigs for garnish) of your charred onion and a generous amount of stock to your Vitamix (blender, processer etc.) and repeat until all the potatoes are pureed. Heat your soup over a medium heat, add salt to taste and slowly whisk in ¾ cup of the Crème Fraiche. Portion into small bowls and garnish with remaining I’itois and Crème Fraiche drizzle. Enjoy!
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