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Caldo Verde- Portuguese Green Soup

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Caldo Verde

Cultural Context

Originating from the northern region of Portugal, Caldo Verde is a traditional soup that embodies the rustic flavors of Portuguese cuisine. It was originally a peasant dish, made with simple ingredients like potatoes and kale, often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. Today, it remains a beloved comfort food in Portugal and has found its way into the hearts of many around the world, often served at family meals and festive occasions.

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6 servings
Servings4
5 to 7 large potatoes
8 to 9 cups water
collard greens
Portuguese sausage
5 to 6 cloves garlic
sea salt
black pepper
1

Cut potatoes into small pieces.

2

Boil water in a pot.

3

Add potatoes and garlic to boiling water and let it simmer.

4

Prepare collard greens by cutting off the stems and stacking the leaves from largest to smallest.

5

Roll collard greens tightly and cut into strips.

6

Blend the potato and garlic mixture with a hand blender until smooth.

7

Add collard greens and Portuguese sausage to the blended mixture.

8

Season with a tiny bit of salt and black pepper.

9

Cover and let the soup sit for about 15 minutes to cook the collard greens and merge flavors.

10

Serve the soup in a bowl, traditionally with bread.

Equipment Needed

pothand blender

Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

gluten

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