Description
A comforting and wholesome soup featuring tender turnip greens, hearty potatoes, and aromatic spices. Perfect for cozy nights and nourishing meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch of turnip greens, washed and chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 large potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled sausage or bacon (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: chop turnip greens, dice onion, mince garlic, and cube the potato.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in cubed potatoes to coat with the onion and garlic mixture.
- Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes or until potatoes soften.
- Add chopped turnip greens, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until greens are tender.
- Blend partially with an immersion blender for texture (optional).
- Add any optional ingredients like sausage, cream, or Parmesan and stir well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, roast the garlic before using. Be mindful of salt if using store-bought broth. Avoid overcooking the greens to preserve color and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: turnip greens, soup, healthy, comforting, winter recipe