Chef John Folse's Mille Tonne Soup
  1. Cut the millington in half lengthwise along the crease using a sharp knife

  2. Place halved millington in a 10 quart pot and fill with water

  3. Add a capful of concentrated shrimp and crab boil to the water

  4. Boil the millington for about 20 minutes until tender, then remove from heat and cool under cold water

  5. Once cooled, scoop out the seed and fibrous membrane from each millington half using a teaspoon

  6. Mash the millington pulp and set aside

  7. Melt ½ cup butter in a heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat

  8. Add diced onions and coat with butter, then add celery and green onions, stirring to coat

  9. Add minced garlic and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until wilted

  10. Add the mashed millington pulp and half of the shrimp, sautéing for 5 to 10 minutes until shrimp are pink and curled

  11. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well to thicken

  12. Add chicken stock one ladle at a time, stirring constantly until soup-like consistency is reached

  13. Bring to a low boil, then reduce to simmer and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring often

  14. Add the remaining shrimp and mushrooms

  15. Blend in the half and half and parsley

  16. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until shrimp are pink

  17. Season to taste with salt, cayenne pepper, and Louisiana Hot Sauce

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥩Carnivore...

Category🍲Soup

CuisineCajun

Occasions🍲Comfort Food🎉Special Occasion

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyMedium ⏰ 1h

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