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Spring Essence Soup with Pistou

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Description

During the last part of April one year, I picked what I had available in the garden. I found oregano, leeks, asparagus and rhubarb. This became the base for an essence-of-spring recipe. The rhubarb adds a citrus element, which is balanced by the nutty, earthy pistou. It is truly a layering of flavors.

Ingredient:

  • 1 medium leek (white portion only), cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 1 large carrot, chopped
  • 1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 10 baby red potatoes, quartered
  • 6 fresh asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup chopped fresh rhubarb
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh oregano
  • 2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts, toasted
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt