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Colcannon Soup Recipe

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Colcannon Soup is a creamy, comforting Irish-inspired dish that combines tender potatoes, cabbage, kale, and leeks in a flavorful vegetable broth. This hearty soup is pureed for a smooth, velvety texture and enriched with butter and milk for a rich finish. Garnished with fresh green onions, it makes a perfect warming meal for chilly days.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup green cabbage, finely chopped
  • 1 cup kale, stems removed and chopped
  • 1 medium leek, sliced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Liquids & Dairy

  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups milk (or plant-based milk)
  • 4 tablespoons butter (or vegan substitute)

Seasonings

  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sliced leek, sautéing until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Cook Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir, cooking for another 3 minutes to slightly soften the potatoes and develop flavor.
  3. Add Broth and Vegetables: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low and add the chopped cabbage and kale, allowing the soup to simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Puree Soup: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Optionally, leave some chunks of potato for added texture.
  5. Finish and Season: Stir in the milk and season the soup with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Heat gently for about 5 minutes until warmed through.
  6. Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute plant-based milk and vegan butter to make this recipe vegan.
  • If you prefer a chunkier soup, blend only half of the soup or pulse with the immersion blender.
  • Adjust seasoning according to taste; nutmeg adds a subtle warmth that complements the greens and potatoes.
  • For extra richness, stir in a splash of cream or a dollop of sour cream just before serving.

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