Irish Colcannon and Thyme Leaf Soup

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Irish Colcannon and Thyme Leaf Soup recipe perfect for winter nights
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter , divided
2 1/2 cups diced peeled baking potatoes
1 cup diced onion
1/2 teaspoon salt , divided
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper , divided
3 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
2 cups water , plus
3 tablespoons water
8 cups thinly sliced savoy cabbage ( about 1 pound )
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leave

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
183
Sugar
4g
Fat
7g
Colcannon is a traditional Irish dish made from mashed potatoes and cabbage or kale, sometimes including onions or leeks. Colcannon is generally considered a winter comfort food, served with boiled ham or Irish bacon. This classic recipe combines the classic colcannon flavors with a soup broth that is hearty and comforting for those cold winter nights. The Irish Colcannon and Thyme Leaf Soup recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner and is best served with fresh bread or crackers.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
2.Add diced onion and simmer for 5 minutes until golden brown.
3.Add diced potatoes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper and stir well.
4.Add chicken broth and water and bring to a boil.
5.Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
6.In a separate pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and add thinly sliced cabbage.
7.Add remaining salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes until cabbage has softened.
8.Add cabbage to the soup and stir well.
9.Simmer for 5 minutes until cabbage is heated through.
10.Add fresh thyme leaves and mix well.

PROS

The Irish Colcannon and Thyme Leaf Soup is packed with vegetables and low in carbohydrates making it suitable for most diets.
The soup is a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

CONS

The soup could be bland for some.
The recipe is time-consuming and requires preparation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The soup is low in calories and carbohydrates, making it perfect for weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight.
Cabbage is loaded with nutrients and vitamins such as Vitamin C, K and contains antioxidants that fight inflammation.
Thyme is a great source of Vitamin C and is used in natural remedies to treat respiratory conditions like coughs and colds.

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