Description
This Colcannon Soup is a hearty and comforting Irish-inspired dish, perfect for a cozy meal. Creamy potatoes, tender cabbage, and vibrant kale come together in a rich broth, creating a flavorful soup that’s both satisfying and nourishing. Garnish with green onions and crispy bacon for an extra touch of deliciousness.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3 cups chopped cabbage (about 1/2 head)
- 6 cups vegetable broth, more if needed
- 3 large peeled and chopped russet potatoes, about 2 pounds
- 1 teaspoon salt, more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup half and half
- 2 cups chopped kale leaves
- Sliced green onion, for garnish
- Chopped cooked bacon, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add ¼ cup unsalted butter and ½ cup diced onion to a large pot. Cook over medium heat until the onions are softened, then add 1 teaspoon minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add Cabbage: Add 3 cups chopped cabbage and cook until it softens and wilts.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Add 3 large peeled and chopped russet potatoes, 6 cups vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to mostly blend the soup but still leave some potato chunks for added texture. The soup will be thick. You may use a food processor instead.
- Add Half and Half and Kale: Stir in 1 cup half and half and 2 cups chopped kale leaves. Heat the soup until the kale slightly wilts.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve the soup with sliced green onion and chopped cooked bacon for garnish.
Notes
- For a richer soup, use heavy cream instead of half and half.
- You can use other types of potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or red potatoes.
- Add other vegetables like carrots or leeks for more flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon garnish.
- If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can mash the potatoes with a potato masher for a chunkier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
