Mosterdsoep

Mosterdsoep

Ingredients

 * 1 medium-sized shallot, finely chopped
 * 3-1/2 tbsp butter (50 g)
 * 1-1/2 Tbsp grainy Groninger mustard (or other grainy mustard)
 * 1-1/2 Tbsp smooth Groninger mustard (or other smooth mustard)
 * 1/2 cup sifted flour (50 g)
 * 4 1/5 cups chicken stock (1 liter)
 * 1/2 cup cream or creme fraiche (100 ml)
 * Salt & pepper

Instructions

 * 1) Sautee the shallot in the butter.
 * 2) Add the mustard
 * 3) Now add the flour, and cook for a minute or two.
 * 4) Slowly pour in the stock to create a smooth soup.
 * 5) Add the cream.
 * 6) Cook until heated through.
 * 7) Season with salt and pepper.

To serve
Garnish with cripsy bacon bits and freshly chopped chives, cress or sauteed leeks.

Serves 4.