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Colcannon Soup Flavorful

Colcannon Soup Flavorful: Hearty Comfort in Every Spoonful

Experience the hearty comfort of Colcannon Soup, a flavorful blend of creamy potatoes and vibrant greens, perfect for any diet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups Potatoes Starchy varieties like Russets for creaminess.
  • 2 cups Green Cabbage Chopped, can substitute with Napa or bok choy.
  • 2 cups Kale Chopped, can substitute with spinach or Swiss chard.
  • 1 cup Leek Sliced, shallots can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Onion Chopped, yellow or sweet onions are ideal.
  • 6 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium recommended.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Milk Or plant-based milk like almond or oat.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Or vegan substitute like olive oil.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Fresh cracked black pepper preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg A hint of cinnamon is optional.
For Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions Sliced, or use chives as an alternative.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Steps
  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add chopped onion and sliced leek, stirring for about 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Incorporate diced potatoes, stir for around 3 minutes.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat and add chopped green cabbage and kale, simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Blend the soup until smooth, maintaining some chunky bits if desired.
  7. Stir in milk and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg, heating gently.
  8. Serve in bowls and garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup caters to various dietary preferences and can be made vegan easily. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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