This hearty Colcannon Soup captures the essence of traditional Irish comfort food in a bowl. It features a rich blend of creamy potatoes, sweet leeks, and earthy cabbage, softened by a splash of milk and butter. The texture is velvety yet substantial, thanks to partially mashed potatoes that thicken the broth naturally. It’s the perfect warming meal for chilly evenings or a cozy weekend dinner. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this vegetarian soup offers a nostalgic, home-style flavor that feels both nourishing and indulgent without being overly heavy.
Colcannon Soup
Description
This hearty Colcannon Soup captures the essence of traditional Irish comfort food in a bowl. It features a rich blend of creamy potatoes, sweet leeks, and earthy cabbage, softened by a splash of milk and butter. The texture is velvety yet substantial, thanks to partially mashed potatoes that thicken the broth naturally. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect warming meal for chilly evenings or a cozy weekend dinner. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this vegetarian soup offers a nostalgic, home-style flavor that feels both nourishing and indulgent without being overly heavy.Ingredients
Directions
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Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
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Add the chopped leeks and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and wilted but not browned, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the diced cabbage and cook for another 3-4 minutes until it begins to soften.
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Add the peeled and diced potatoes to the pot, mixing them well with the leeks and cabbage.
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Pour in the chicken stock, ensuring the vegetables are mostly submerged.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
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Simmer gently for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender and easily pierced with a fork.
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Using a potato masher, gently mash some of the potatoes directly in the pot to thicken the soup and create a creamy texture.
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Stir in the milk and heat through for 1-2 minutes, being careful not to boil vigorously.
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Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Stir in the sliced green onions and cook for 1 minute more just to warm them through.
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Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 202.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.4g10%
- Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
- Cholesterol 16.1mg6%
- Sodium 115.9mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 33.7g12%
- Dietary Fiber 8.6g35%
- Sugars 10.8g
- Protein 5.5g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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