Mock Turtle Soup

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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Hearty American-style soup with a rich, gelatinous broth
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Mock Turtle Soup

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 689.5

Description

This classic American soup features a rich broth made from veal or beef knuckles, providing a gelatinous texture reminiscent of traditional turtle soup. It is filled with ham, chicken, and vegetables, finished with Madeira or sherry and Worcestershire sauce. Served over sliced hard-boiled eggs, it is a comforting and protein-packed dish perfect for cold days.

Directions

  1. Note: Soup bones can be used. Chicken thighs should be boned, skinned, and cubed.
  2. In a deep kettle, combine the bones and the water.
  3. Bring to a boil.
  4. Skim off the surface of the water several times to remove all the elements that float to the top.
  5. Simmer, covered, until the water is reduced to three quarts, about 1 1/2 hours.
  6. Discard the bones and reserve the broth.
  7. In the same kettle, combine the butter and flour over medium heat.
  8. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is honey colored.
  9. Stir in the reserved beef broth and cook until the liquid comes to a boil.
  10. Add onion, carrot, turnip, and bay leaf.
  11. Stick the cloves into the whole lemon and add it to the broth.
  12. Add ham and chicken.
  13. Simmer for 30 to 40 minutes.
  14. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and Madeira or sherry.
  15. Cool slightly before serving.
  16. Discard bay leaf and lemon before serving.
  17. Serve by laying egg slices in a bowl and ladling soup over the top.
  18. Note: This recipe uses knuckle bones to achieve the gelatinous texture of green turtle. Green turtle, or cooter, is an endangered species, protected by law. This recipe, while not strictly authentic, is more appetizing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 689.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 40.3g62%
Saturated Fat 17.5g88%
Cholesterol 193.2mg65%
Sodium 242.9mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 15.0g5%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugars 3.1g
Protein 61.0g122%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: mock turtle soup, american, beef knuckles, ham, chicken, madeira, sherry, hard boiled eggs, comfort food, broth, vegetables, worcestershire sauce
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