Swiss Chard And Potato Soup Recipe

Name: Swiss Chard And Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound slab bacon, diced; ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/2 inch thick; Salt; 6 eggs, optional; 1 3/4 cups cooked chickpeas or 1 can, drained; 5 cups, packed, very finely shredded Swiss chard leaves (about 1 bunch); Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

1/2 pound slab bacon, diced
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/2 inch thick
Salt
6 eggs, optional
1 3/4 cups cooked chickpeas or 1 can, drained
5 cups, packed, very finely shredded Swiss chard leaves (about 1 bunch)
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves

1
Place bacon in a heavy 4-quart saucepan.
2
Add 1/3 cup water, and cook over medium heat until water evaporates.
3
Add 2 tablespoons oil.
4
Saute until lightly browned.
5
Drain, leaving 2 tablespoons fat in pan.
6
Add onion and garlic to oil in pan and saute over low heat until soft and barely golden.
7
Add potatoes and 8 cups water.
8
Bring to a boil, season with salt, and cook until potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes.
9
If using the eggs, poach them, drain, trim any ragged edges, and set aside.
10
Remove potatoes with a slotted spoon to a large mixing bowl, and roughly mash them with a fork or a potato masher.
11
Return potatoes to liquid in pot, and stir to dissolve them.
12
Add chickpeas, reserved bacon, chard leaves and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
13
Bring to a simmer, and cook about 5 minutes, until leaves wilt.
14
Season with salt and pepper.
15
Transfer to warm soup plates.
16
If using the eggs, add one to each plate.
17
Top with chopped cilantro and a drizzle of the remaining olive oil.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound slab bacon, diced, ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 large onion, diced, 4 cloves garlic, crushed, and more.

Yes, Swiss Chard And Potato Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Swiss Chard And Potato Soup

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