Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Potato & Kale Soup

My friend Tara told me about this great soup. It's easy, quick, healthy and delicious.

Potato & Kale Soup

1.5-2lbs Yukon Gold potatoes (approximately 6-8)
1 bunch kale, chopped
1 yellow onion, diced
1-2 t dried basil
8 cups chicken stock
salt & pepper
Grated cheese for the top - gouda, parmesan, cheddar (Dubliner cheddar was great)

Peel half the potatoes. Rinse and scrub the other half. Cube potatoes into small bite size pieces. Saute onion in olive oil until soft. Add potatoes, kale, basil and stock. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-30 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend roughly half the soup so it becomes a creamy consistency but you still have some chunks of potato. Top with grated cheese and serve.

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