Statesboro Avocado Soup

When celebrating Father's Day, it's a tradition to honor Dad with a feast filled with his favorite dishes. This special meal is not just about the food, but also about spending quality time with loved ones. It's a time to show appreciation for all that fathers do and to create lasting memories together.

The feast can include a variety of dishes that Dad loves, whether it's his favorite barbecue, homemade desserts, or special treats that he enjoys. The diinner can include smething that’s new and inventive, that he might just enjoy. It’s about making him feel special and appreciated on this day dedicated to celebrating fatherhood.

Dining together as a family adds to the joy of the occasion, as it provides an opportunity to bond and share stories and laughter.

Here’s a soup that has been enjoyed by many great men, earning accolades and requests for the recipe. It’s a nice fit for the June feast down South

Delicious Statesboro Avocado SoupPhoto byDown South Today

STATESBORO AVACADO SOUP

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup broccoli, chopped

1 cup fresh spinach

1 large avocado

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves fresh garlic, minced

1/3 cup low-fat milk

1 1/4 cup low-sodium vegetable broth

1 cup homemade croutons

4 teaspoons Parmesan cheese, grated

Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

PREPARATION:

Place a medium-sized stockpot over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the preheated pan. Add onion and garlic to the pan and saute until translucent. Add broccoli, vegetable broth and milk to the pan. Reduce heat and bring to a simmer. Cook ingredients until the broccoli is just crisp-tender. Add broccoli mixture to a blender with a tight-fitting lid. Make sure not to fill the blender more than half full at a time. Add the avocado and spinach to the blender as well. Carefully pulse the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Taste soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Return soup to pot and heat back up to serving temperature. Garnish soup with croutons and Parmesan cheese.

Wishing Dad the BestPhoto byDown South Today