Corn Soup With Corn Husk Stock
- Corn Husk and Fennel Stock
- Husks from 3 ears of corn, about 3 cups
- Fennel fronds from 2 fennel bulbs, roughly chopped
- 1 onion, roughly chopped
- 2 liters water (The water amount is approximate, the idea is to just cover the greens.)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (use 1/2 teaspoon per liter)
- Corn Soup
- 3 cups corn, cut off cob
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 cup corn husk fennel stock
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated parmesan for garnish
- Basil chiffonade for garnish
- Place ingredients in a stock pot, bring to boil and simmer for 45 minutes. When done, strain the stock and set aside.
- Bring water and honey to a rolling boil. Add corn and cook for four minutes. When done, drain and set aside. Be careful not to overcook the corn.
- In food processor place 1 cup of the corn husk fennel stock, lime juice, cooked corn, cayenne, heavy cream, and salt and pepper to taste. Process until desired smoothness.
- Serve either warm or at room temperature, garnish with about 1 tablespoon of grated parmesan cheese and basil chiffonade.
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Taken from food52.com/recipes/13666-corn-soup-with-corn-husk-stock (may not work)