Williamsburg Peanut Soup

Williamsburg peanut soup is a traditional soup originating from Virginia. Although every area of the state has its own version of peanut soup, the Williamsburg version is usually made with a combination of ground peanuts, chicken broth, onions, celery, garlic, flour, tomatoes, Tabasco, Worcestershire sauce, peanut oil, salt, and pepper. The ground peanuts and chicken stock are blended into a smooth purée that is strained through a sieve into a bowl. The onions, celery, and garlic are sautéed in oil and then mixed into a purée with chicken stock. The flour is mixed with water into a paste, the paste is added to the vegetable purée, and the mixture is simmered for a few minutes. The remaining stock, peanut mixture, tomato sauce, Tabasco, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper are added to the pot, and the soup is cooked until it's velvety smooth and ready to be enjoyed.