Friday, September 2

French Friday with Dorie: Corn Soup

With the temperature hovering around 94 degrees when I got off work yesterday, I wasn't really in the mood to make soup, but I'm glad I pushed forward and made this week's recipe.


What was nice about making this is that it didn't take more than a half hour to get it to the table. I used ruby jewel corn that I found at the market, thinly sliced a carrot, celery and onion and added sprigs of rosemary and thyme. One bay leaf and some sea salt and white pepper is all the seasoning this soup requires. 


I snipped some green onion and added a few kernels for garnish, skipping the bacon and sour cream because I really didn't want the extra fat since I used whole milk for the soup. Once the soup was cooked I puréed it in the blender.


I nibbled on some of Dorie's Cheddar Cheese and Chive biscuits while sipping the soup and it was a light, tasty dinner. I ate mine hot, but when John got home later he ate his cold from the refrigerator and loved it. He said it was the perfect soup for a hot summer night.


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Posted by Elaine
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30 comments:

  1. Cher RockwellFriday, September 2, 2011 at 5:44:00 AM PDT

    Elaine - it all looks so pretty. I have never seen that type of corn before! And the biscuits look like they were the perfect side.
    Have a great holiday.

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  2. Frankly EntertainingFriday, September 2, 2011 at 5:48:00 AM PDT

    I've never cooked with the purple corn either. Does it stay purple when you cook it? Does it alter the flavor? Oh, and I love that mug!

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  3. Ronda KisnerFriday, September 2, 2011 at 5:52:00 AM PDT

    That sounds so easy! Looks wonderful too!

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  4. ElinFriday, September 2, 2011 at 6:00:00 AM PDT

    Elaine...not only John loves it cold, I do too. This soup is so versatile. Can be taken as hot or cold. Love the subtle flavor of herbs . I even made wholemeal grains buns to go with it...yummy and I am so glad that I tried it out...my first time making a creamy soup :) Yours look good !

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  5. AnonymousFriday, September 2, 2011 at 6:12:00 AM PDT

    Love your colourful corn!
    That's what I've missed about this group, I am constantly surprised by amazing looking ingredients and learn something new each and every time!
    Your photos look so good!
    And I was surprised by how simple it was to make, will have to try it cold next time!

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  6. TammyFriday, September 2, 2011 at 8:00:00 AM PDT

    Your photos certainly are beautiful. I found the soup refreshing as well and very easy and quick to make.

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  7. Kris' KitchenFriday, September 2, 2011 at 8:23:00 AM PDT

    Love your photos. I also had a hard time getting excited for soup in the heat, I kept mine chunky...seemed more like a whole meal, but purred and eaten cold sounds good to me.

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  8. Three-CookiesFriday, September 2, 2011 at 9:40:00 AM PDT

    Thats a nice mug! Soup looks creamy and hearty

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  9. EiFriday, September 2, 2011 at 10:03:00 AM PDT

    That corn is just beautiful! And your soup looks so much thicker than mine. Mmmm...I'd take a bowl of YOUR soup anyday. Mine was okay, but nothing special. I blame my corn.

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  10. AnonymousFriday, September 2, 2011 at 10:15:00 AM PDT

    Those biscuits DO sound like the perfect match for this soup. I'm looking forward to trying them.

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  11. AnonymousFriday, September 2, 2011 at 11:18:00 AM PDT

    Ooh, how pretty! Love that purple corn!

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  12. AdrianaFriday, September 2, 2011 at 11:41:00 AM PDT

    Those ears are gorgeous, Elaine! Your meal looks perfect - I should try the biscuits this weekend when I attempt to fry chicken. The cold corn soup sounds intriguing and delicious.

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  13. stacy :)Friday, September 2, 2011 at 1:10:00 PM PDT

    I agree, it's not easy to make soup with the blazing hot temperatures outside, but this light summer soup was well worth it. That corn is so lovely, and your soup looks fantastic!

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  14. KathyFriday, September 2, 2011 at 2:30:00 PM PDT

    Elaine, Your soup looks delicious! Such a pretty presentation! Love that you served them with the cheddar cheese and chive biscuits! Yum! Have a great Labor Day weekend!

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  15. AnonymousFriday, September 2, 2011 at 2:35:00 PM PDT

    The corn is amazing!! And it still turned out yellow ( your soup that is..), how great! It looks fabulous!

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  16. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeFriday, September 2, 2011 at 4:04:00 PM PDT

    What gorgeous corn!!! Glad you both enjoyed this one...we did, too :)

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  17. Confessions of a Culinary DivaFriday, September 2, 2011 at 5:03:00 PM PDT

    That corn is strikingly beautiful! Next time will have to try the biscuits.

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  18. KarenPFriday, September 2, 2011 at 5:35:00 PM PDT

    Your soup looks delicious, and so pretty in that mug! We enjoyed this one too. Have a great weekend!

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  19. BetsyFriday, September 2, 2011 at 5:57:00 PM PDT

    I've never seen ruby jewel corn before either. What a beautiful color. Your biscuits look scrumptious. I'm glad you and John enjoyed this delicious soup. Also good to know it's good cold too. I hope it cools off for you soon. Have a great weekend.

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  20. AnonymousFriday, September 2, 2011 at 5:58:00 PM PDT

    that purple corn is gorgeous. and nice call on serving it with cheese and chive biscuits. we need to try the leftovers cold...

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  21. Patty PriceFriday, September 2, 2011 at 6:04:00 PM PDT

    Gorgeous colored corn- it makes the corn soup looks so pretty and appealing! I think it's going to be a warm weekend- maybe a little corn on the grill??

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  22. mike509Friday, September 2, 2011 at 9:38:00 PM PDT

    Wow.... the difference in farmer's markets! I would never find this kind of corn "ruby". Wonderful! It looks so refreshing... even in the heat! Especially with the Dorie "edibles" - what a perfect combination. I'm with John - I would love it cold too!

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  23. AnonymousSaturday, September 3, 2011 at 12:28:00 AM PDT

    I love the varieties of vegetables available at farmers' markets - that ruby jewel corn is lovely.

    Great choice, serving it with the biscuits. I can imagine it being the perfect side for this soup.

    Good to know that it's good cold, too. My partner's planning on eating the leftovers cold, tomorrow.

    Hope the heat breaks soon.

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  24. Ashley@BakerbynatureSaturday, September 3, 2011 at 3:32:00 PM PDT

    This looks equally gorgeous as it does scrumptious; I'm looking forward to soup season!

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  25. NanaSaturday, September 3, 2011 at 6:18:00 PM PDT

    I have never seen that corn before either. I also
    love the cheddar cheese and chive biscuits. I must
    look up that recipe and try it real soon. Tricia and
    I both thought the recipe was very good, and I'm
    looking forward to making it again while corn
    is still in season.

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  26. Cassie | Bake Your DaySaturday, September 3, 2011 at 6:20:00 PM PDT

    This sounds so flavorful. I've never considered using corn for soup, yum!

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  27. CandySunday, September 4, 2011 at 5:06:00 PM PDT

    Looks great - I love the mug!

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  28. ShelleyMonday, September 5, 2011 at 8:04:00 PM PDT

    Looks terrific! No matter how hot it gets here in AustIn, I still crave soup. Made a big pot of Pho this weekend!

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  29. CakelawTuesday, September 6, 2011 at 4:00:00 AM PDT

    I love your colourful corn - I have never heard of that variety before. I am glad to hear it was quick. I just became swamped and didn't get to this one.

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  30. AudreyWednesday, September 7, 2011 at 5:22:00 PM PDT

    That corn is gorgeous! I've never seen anything like it.

    I'm glad that you liked this soup...I've been wanting to try a corn soup (and every summer, I seem to never get around to it).

    Thank you for your visits and comments...I appreciate them!
    Audrey

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