PROVENçAL GREENS SOUP
In France this simple, nutritious soup is made with wild greens that you might forage on an afternoon's walk, such as nettles, watercress and dandelion greens. If you must use one green, make it Swiss chard. The soup can be prepared through step 1 several hours before serving.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, heavy soup pot over medium heat, and add the leeks. Cook, stirring, until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the greens, and stir until they begin to wilt. Add 1 1/2 quarts water (6 cups) and salt to taste, and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 15 to 20 minutes, until the greens are very tender and the broth sweet. Add pepper, and taste and adjust seasoning.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl. Making sure that the soup is not boiling, whisk a ladle of it into the beaten eggs. Take the soup off the heat, and stir in the tempered eggs. Brush the garlic croutons with olive oil, and place one or two in each bowl. Ladle in the soup, sprinkle on some Parmesan if desired and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 170, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 360 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Shu Light
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very affordable and easy to make.
Ali Kunbhar
[email protected]I'm allergic to onions and garlic, so I had to modify the recipe. I used leeks and shallots instead and it turned out great!
Qurban Malik
[email protected]This is my new favorite soup! It's so flavorful and healthy. I love that I can use up leftover vegetables in it.
Alicia Steward
[email protected]The soup was good, but it wasn't anything special. I've had better vegetable soups.
Cj Nin
[email protected]This soup is way too salty. I had to add a lot of water to dilute it. Otherwise, the flavor was good.
Feroz Arifa
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my soup turned out bland and watery. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't have any flavor.
Yohannes Teklu
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some kale and spinach to mine and it was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Ioplk yy Yuio
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was so flavorful and hearty. My family loved it.
Rakib 3
[email protected]This soup is amazing! I love the combination of flavors and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.
edgar gutierrez ramirez
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of vegetable soups, but this one is really good. The broth is flavorful and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this soup.
sintayehu getu
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the fresh flavors of the vegetables and herbs. It's the perfect soup for a cold day.
Shamim Islan
[email protected]I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the soup was so hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.
Shannon Westerfield
[email protected]This Provençal Greens Soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. I love the combination of fresh vegetables and herbs, and the broth is flavorful and satisfying. I also appreciate that this soup is relative