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                          Summer Strawberry Soup

Recipe By     : Yankee Magazine - 6/96
Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Soups and Stews                  Fruits
                Low Fat

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      qt            fresh strawberries -- hulled
   2      c             water
     1/2  c             buttermilk
     1/2  c             fresh orange juice
                        juice of 2 lemons
   1      tbsp          chopped fresh mint
     1/4  c             brown sugar -- optional
   5      tbsps         plain yogurt
                        mint sprigs -- for garnish

In a stainless-steel or enameled saucepan, combine everytning but the 
yogurt and the mint garnish.  Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 
gently for 10 minutes.  Cool slightly, then puree in a blender or food 
processor, and chill thoroughly.  Before serving, swirl 1 tbsp yogurt 
through each portion and garnish with mint sprigs.

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Per serving: 115 Calories; 1g Fat (11% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 
24g Carbohydrate; 4mg Cholesterol; 33mg Sodium

NOTES : Orange and mint enhance this smooth appetizer.