Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds of fresh kale
- 2 pounds of fresh chard
- 1 pound of garlic scapes
- 2 cups of chicken broth
- 1 cup of vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the vegetables: wash and clean the kale, chard, and garlic scapes. Remove any tough stems from the kale and chard.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil on medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic scapes and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
- Add the kale and chard, cutting them into bite-sized pieces if necessary, and cook for another 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and vegetable broth, and bring the soup to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20-30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have blended.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot in bowls.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 150 per serving (assuming 8 servings)
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 4g
- This dish is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Dish Characteristics:
- This soup is hearty and flavorful, with a combination of bitter and earthy flavors from the kale, chard, and garlic scapes.
- The soup is creamy and rich, yet light and refreshing.
- It is a great way to enjoy the flavors of spring and summer vegetables.
User Comments:
- "This soup was delicious! The combination of flavors was unique and refreshing."
- "I loved the heartiness of the soup, it was filling and satisfying."
- "The garlic scapes added a nice touch of flavor to the soup."
- "This is a great way to use up fresh vegetables from the farmers' market."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to wash the vegetables thoroughly to remove any dirt or pesticides.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- If you can't find garlic scapes, you can substitute with regular garlic, but the flavor will be different.
- This soup is great for batch cooking as it can be made in advance and reheated later.
