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Here’s the latest recipe, posted: October 1st 2008

Chayote Soup with
Lemongrass and Ginger

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

In Indonesia, the sourness in this soup would typically come from tamarind, which can be
hard to find in the United States. A shot of lemon juice works well instead. Serve this hot
or cold, and do use the kaffir lime leaves; they add a nice citrusy note.

7 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 stalk fresh lemongrass, thinly sliced
1 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
3 fresh or frozen kaffir lime leaves
1/2 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

2 chayote squash, peeled, rinsed, quartered lengthwise, cored, thinly sliced crosswise
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

Combine first 7 ingredients in large pot. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes
to blend flavors. Strain liquid into bowl; return to same pot. Discard solids in strainer.