The iconic Portuguese cabbage soup — creamy potato puree with kale and savory sausage.
Ingredients:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 lb chouriço or linguiça sausage, sliced (or Spanish chorizo)
- 1 bunch collard greens or kale, ribs removed, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
2. Add potatoes and broth; bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender.
3. Puree with an immersion blender (or in batches in a standard blender).
4. Add sliced sausage; simmer 10 minutes.
5. Stir in the greens; cook about 5 minutes until tender but still vibrant.
6. Season to taste and serve with crusty bread.
