Cream of Fresh Green Bean Soup

• 1 12 lbs very fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 cups hot milk (soy milk will work)
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• minced fresh basil or chives (optional)

1. Steam the green beans until just tender and bright green.
2. Use a blender to puree the beans in the milk until very smooth.
3. Return the puree to the pot and season to taste.
4. heat very gently (don't boil it) just before serving.
5. You can also chill the soup and serve it cold.
6. Top each serving with a scattering of minced fresh herbs, if desired.
7. Note: You can use half rich chicken stock and half milk- or even cream- for a more intense soup.

green beans, hot milk, salt, fresh basil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/cream-of-fresh-green-bean-soup-67271 (may not work)