This elegant chilled soup from the Prince of Wales Grill offers a unique twist on fruit-based soups. The base is built from sweet green apples and apple juice, balanced by the bright acidity of lime and orange. Candied ginger adds a spicy kick, while golden raisins provide bursts of chewy sweetness. The addition of Calvados, Riesling, and warm spices like cumin and allspice creates a complex, aromatic profile. Finished with a swirl of cream and yogurt, the texture is silky and luxurious. It’s served cold, making it an ideal starter for summer dinners or a light, refreshing brunch option that feels both sophisticated and comforting.
Chilled Apple Soup (Prince of Wales Grill)
Description
This elegant chilled soup from the Prince of Wales Grill offers a unique twist on fruit-based soups. The base is built from sweet green apples and apple juice, balanced by the bright acidity of lime and orange. Candied ginger adds a spicy kick, while golden raisins provide bursts of chewy sweetness. The addition of Calvados, Riesling, and warm spices like cumin and allspice creates a complex, aromatic profile. Finished with a swirl of cream and yogurt, the texture is silky and luxurious. It&# 226;ÂÂs served cold, making it an ideal starter for summer dinners or a light, refreshing brunch option that feels both sophisticated and comforting.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel, core, and chop the 6 green apples into small cubes.
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In a large bowl, combine the chopped apples with lemon water to prevent browning, then drain.
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Place the drained apples in a 4-quart stock pot.
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Add half of the Riesling wine and half of the Calvados to the pot.
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Add the remaining ingredients: apple juice, lime juice, orange juice, candied ginger, golden raisins, cumin, allspice, and nutmeg.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes until the apples are very tender.
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Remove from heat and force the contents through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl.
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Puree any solids caught in the strainer and return them to the liquid.
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Chill the soup thoroughly over an ice bath or in the refrigerator.
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Just before serving, whisk in the cream and yogurt until smooth.
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Optional: Stir in remaining Calvados and Riesling if a stronger alcohol flavor is desired.
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Serve in iced glasses, garnished with chopped fresh mint.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 78.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.3g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.5mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 21.0g8%
- Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
- Sugars 15.0g
- Protein 0.4g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
