Cream Of Pecan Soup

Instructions

1. 1

   Dash of ground nutmeg 1 Cup Pecans, ground fine in the blender 1-1/2 Cup Half-and-half 4 Sprigs of mint Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.

2. 2

   Add the onion and celery leaves and saut for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Sprinkle in flour and gradually add the chicken broth, stirring to incorporate flour.

4. 4

   Add the soy sauce, nutmeg and ground pecans; simmer 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in half-and-half and simmer 5 minutes longer.

6. 6

   Remove celery leaves and discard.

7. 7

   Garnish with mint sprigs.

8. 8

   Makes 2 generous servings.