luck o' the irish soup

Seattle, WA
Updated on Feb 26, 2016

Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill and then reheat when ready to serve.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 large green cabbage, cored and quartered (1 pound)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup grated russet potato (no need to peel)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mace (or nutmeg)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups milk
  • 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese

How To Make luck o' the irish soup

  • Step 1
    Place cabbage in large bowl. Pour enough boiling water over to cover. Let stand 5 minutes. Drain well. Pat dry with paper towels. Cut cabbage into thin shreds.
  • Step 2
    Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over low heat. Add onion; sauté until tender but not brown, about 10 minutes. Add cabbage and potato, stir 5 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Stir in mace. Add flour, stir 2 minutes. Gradually mix in milk and broth. Bring mixture to boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Cool slightly.
  • Step 4
    Puree soup in batches in blender until smooth. Return soup to same saucepan. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Step 5
    Bring soup to simmer. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with parsley, chives and Parmesan and serve.

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Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: Irish
Method: Stove Top

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