Cream of Belgian Endive Soup

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Creamy and comforting soup made with Belgian endives
in Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 Belgian endive , cored
1 white onion , diced
1 garlic clove , minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 large potatoes , peeled and diced
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk ( or skim milk or cream )
salt and pepper
chopped chives ( to garnish )
dill sprigs ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
267
Sugar
7g
Fat
12g
Cream of Belgian Endive Soup is a classic dish from Belgium, where Belgian endives are widely grown. This soup is smooth, creamy, and comforting, perfect for cold winter days or as an appetizer for a fancy dinner. The soup is made with a combination of potatoes, chicken broth, and cored Belgian endives, which are cooked until soft and then blended until smooth. Milk or cream can be added to thin out the soup and make it creamier. The soup is typically served hot, garnished with chopped chives and dill sprigs. This soup is easy to customize and is also a great base for other flavors and ingredients.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
2.Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3.Add the peeled and diced potatoes and chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat, cover the pot and simmer until the potatoes are tender.
4.Add cored and chopped Belgian endives, and cook for another 10 minutes, or until the endives are soft.
5.Using an immersion blender, purée the mixture until smooth. Add milk or cream to thin the soup as necessary.
6.Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives and dill sprigs.

PROS

This soup is creamy, comforting, and easy to make.

The Belgian endives add a nutty and slightly bitter flavor to the soup, which is balanced by the sweetness of the potatoes.

This soup is also a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.

CONS

Belgian endives can be slightly bitter, which may not be preferred by some people.
They can be blanched before adding to the soup to reduce the bitterness.

This soup is relatively high in calories and fat if made with cream instead of milk.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Belgian endives are a good source of fiber, vitamin K, and folate. They also contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may help protect against chronic diseases.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. They may also help lower blood pressure and improve digestion.

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