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Colcannon Soup

Creamy Colcannon Soup: A Cozy Irish Comfort Food Delight

Enjoy this comforting Colcannon Soup, a creamy Irish dish packed with potatoes and greens, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups potatoes, diced use starchy varieties like Russets
  • 2 cups green cabbage, chopped can be substituted with any leafy green
  • 1 cup kale, chopped remove stems before chopping
  • 1 medium leek, sliced slice thinly for even cooking
  • 1 medium onion, diced yellow onions preferred
  • 6 cups vegetable broth opt for low sodium
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup milk or plant-based milk almond or oat milk works well
  • 2 tablespoons butter or vegan substitute olive oil can be used for a lighter option
Seasoning & Garnish
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • a pinch nutmeg adds warmth and depth
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, thinly sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat until foaming. Add 1 diced onion and 1 sliced leek, stir for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in 4 diced potatoes, coat them in the mixture, and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then add 2 cups of chopped green cabbage and 1 cup of kale. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Blend the soup using an immersion blender until the desired creamy consistency is reached, leaving some chunks if preferred.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of milk or plant-based milk, season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Heat gently for 5 minutes.
  6. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with thinly sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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