While whimpering up the Way Up Trail today at Elfin Forest, in the cool weather, I could not stop thinking about making some delicious soup. After the ride, ran to the store to gather the ingredients needed. This recipe is so F@*KING good, I had to share and encourage my riding buddies to give this one a go. Believe me - your family will thank you. It's off the beaten path, but don't let that stop you. It just might be one of the best soups you ever eat. I've doubled the original recipe

1 cup chopped onion
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 (ok, ok 3) carrot, diced
1/3 cup butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons curry powder
8 cups chicken broth (and I like to add a little extra chicken boullion)
1 apple, cored and chopped
1 cup white rice (or a bit more)
2 fat skinless, boneless chicken breast half - cut into cubes
salt to taste (not needed if you use extra chicken boullion)
ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch dried thyme.....or two
1 cup heavy cream (I used half and half, but go for the gusto w/ heavy cream!!)

Directions

Saute onions, celery, carrot, and butter in a large soup pot for 5 minutes or so.

Add flour and curry, and cook 5 more minutes.

Add chicken stock, mix well, and bring to a boil. Simmer about 1/2 hour.

Add apple, rice, chicken, salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer 15-20 minutes, or until rice is done.

When serving, add hot cream.


ENJOY! Yuuuuuuuuuuuuuuummmmmmm...

I had the cook prepare it for dinner. Thanks for an over the top soup.