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Parsnip and Pear Bisque
Serves: 6
- Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter
1 bunch scallions, sliced
4 cups cubed parsnips
1/4 cup white wine
2 cups broth
2 comice pears, chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper
- Directions
In large saucepan, melt butter. Add scallion whites and parsnips; cook 8 minutes. Add wine, broth and 1 1/2 cups water; bring to simmer. Reduce heat and cook 8 minutes; add pears and cook 10 minutes. Puree with cream; season and top with scallion greens.
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