Watercress Chowder
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This watercress chowder is one of my go to recipes when I want something comforting without spending hours in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in about an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights, and it's incredibly budget friendly since it relies on simple vegetables you probably already have at home. Watercress is the real star here, bringing this wonderful peppery flavor while also packing an impressive nutritional punch with its high vitamin K and calcium content. The creamy broth base ties everything together beautifully, creating a soup that feels indulgent but is actually quite wholesome.
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Ingredients
- 500watercress
- 1 kgonions
- 3 clovesgarlic
- 400 kgpotatoes
- 200 kgcarrots
- 300 mLcream
- 800 mLchicken broth
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 20 gbutter
- 20 gall-purpose flour
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Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Tip: Use a large pot to prevent the soup from becoming too thick.
- 2
Add the onions and garlic and cook until the onions are translucent.
Tip: This step will help bring out the flavors of the soup.
- 3
Add the potatoes, carrots, salt, and black pepper, and stir to combine.
Tip: The potatoes and carrots will add body and texture to the soup.
- 4
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Tip: This will allow the flavors to meld together.
- 6
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
Tip: Or, you can transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches.
- 7
Return the soup to the pot and stir in the cream.
Tip: The cream will add a rich and creamy texture to the soup.
- 8
Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until heated through.
Tip: The soup should be hot and steaming when you serve it.
- 9
Stir in the flour to thicken the soup.
Tip: This will help to thicken the soup and make it more satisfying.
- 10
Serve the chowder hot, garnished with fresh watercress if desired.
Tip: This will add a pop of color and freshness to the dish.
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