Ingredients

2 tablespoons  extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1   small onion, diced 4 cloves  garlic, minced 4 cups  reduced-sodium beef broth or vegetable broth, divided 3 tablespoons  all-purpose flour 1/8 teaspoon  salt 8 cups  chopped watercress, any tough stems removed, plus 1/2 cup leaves for garnish 2 tablespoons  shredded fresh horseradish (see Note) or prepared horseradish, or to taste 1/2 cup  half-and-half Freshly ground pepper to taste 2 slices  day-old sourdough bread, crusts removed, finely chopped 2 tablespoons  crumbled blue cheese (optional) Ingredient Note:  Look for fresh horseradish root in the produce section of well-stocked supermarkets. Peel with a paring knife or vegetable peeler before grating.

Description

Creamy Watercress Soup, Recipe

View Full Recipe