Green onions have the taste of spring that is fresh, invigorating. And it’s good to know that they also have lots of immune-enhancing compounds to boost our good health.

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup chopped scallions/spring onions
• 5 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon freshly chopped coriander leaves

In a heavy-bottomed sauce pan, melt the butter and add the onions, along with salt and pepper to taste. Saute for a few minutes, until the onions are softened, then add broth/water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and allow to simmer for 10 minutes.

Puree the onion mixture in a food processor or blender until smooth, then put the soup back in the pot, add the milk and heat gently.

Garnish with coriander leaves and serve warm with you choice of bread or bread sticks.