How to Make "Bonne Femme" Soup

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Wash and shred the lettuce heart finely.

   Cut the cucumber into thin slices and then into thin strips.
   
   Refer to Chiffonade and Julienne cuts for instructions how.
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   Step 2: Melt the butter or dripping in the soup pot and sauté the vegetables gently for 5-6 minutes until softened.

   ,, Pour through a fine sieve if desired, but if the mix is completely blended it is unnecessary. , Do NOT boil
   - it will curdle.
   
   Cooling the soup in advance prevents the egg mix from cooking too fast.) ,,
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   Step 3: Add the stock

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   Step 4: salt and pepper to taste and simmer for 10-15 minutes and allow to cool slightly (to approx 60C / 140F

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   Step 5: but it is approximate).

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   Step 6: Meanwhile

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   Step 7: beat the egg yolks and cream / milk until smooth.

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   Step 8: Add the cream mix to the cooled soup and reheat gently

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   Step 9: stirring well until just thickened.

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    Step 10: Stir in the chopped herbs and serve immediately.

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    Step 11: Finished.

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