Artichoke Soup with Mustard and Yogurt - a Crusader Recipe

Source: Daniel Rogov's z"l Israeli Wine and Dinning

Servings: Serves 6 - 8

Ingredients: 
1/4 cup butter 
2 1/4 lb. (1 kilo) Jerusalem artichokes, peeled and sliced (if Jerusalem artichokes are not available, use the hearts of regular artichokes)
2 large onions, sliced thinly
1 1/2 Tbsp. powdered mustard
6 cups chicken stock
1 bouquet garni made by tying together 2 sprigs each of parsley and thyme and 1 bay leaf
3/4 cup yogurt
2 tsp. parsley, chopped finely

Preparation: 
1. In a saucepan melt the butter over a low flame.

2. Add the artichokes, onion and mustard, cover and cook gently for about 10 minutes.

3. Pour over the stock, stir well, and bring the mixture to a boil.

4. Add the bouquet garni, reduce the flame, cover and simmer gently for 1/2 hour.

5. Puree the still solid portions of the soup, add the yogurt and parsley and, over a low flame heat through, stirring constantly without allowing to boil. Serve hot. (Serves 6 - 8).

Reprinted with permission from Daniel Rogov's z"l Israeli Wine and Dinning