Ingredients
- 2 medium onions, 1/2-inch dice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 pounds Jerusalem artichokes, peeled and quartered
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt, pepper
- 10 to 12 blanched almonds
- 2 tablespoon water
- Pinch saffron
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley, with stems
Directions
Using a heavy casserole with a cover, saute the onions in the olive oil over low heat, covered, about 20 minutes. Uncover, add garlic and the artichokes, and increase heat. Continue to saute for a few more minutes. Add the chicken broth and salt and pepper, to taste. Bring to a boil and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. Grind the almonds in a spice grinder and mix with the water. Whisk the mixture into the soup along with with saffron strands and the lemon juice. Reheat, sprinkle parsley on top, and serve.
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