Quick Escarole Soup Recipe
Overview:
A simple, quick, and utterly delicious soup perfect for a cozy weeknight meal. Pair it with a crisp salad and some crusty bread for a satisfying dinner experience.
- Cuisine: European
- Category: One Dish Meal
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Serving Size: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 1 onion, diced 🧅
- 1 carrot, sliced 🥕
- 1 celery stalk, chopped 🌿
- 3 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
- 1 head escarole, chopped 🥬
- 4 cups chicken broth 🍗
- 1 cup tomato sauce 🍅
- Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
- 1/2 cup small shell pasta 🍝
- Parmesan cheese, grated 🧀
Instructions:
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Prepare the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrot, and chopped celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
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Add Garlic and Escarole: Stir in minced garlic and add the chopped escarole to the pot. Ensure that the garlic is evenly distributed among the veggies. Cook the mixture for about 5-10 minutes until the escarole wilts and cooks down.
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Add Broth and Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. While the tomato sauce may not significantly alter the flavor, it adds a delightful color to the soup, reminiscent of traditional recipes.
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Simmer: Allow the soup to simmer gently for about 20-25 minutes. This allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Cook Pasta: While the soup simmers, cook the small shell pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
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Assemble: Once the soup is ready, ladle it into serving bowls. Add a portion of cooked pasta to each bowl. Sprinkle generously with grated Parmesan cheese for that extra burst of flavor.
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Optional: If you plan to consume all the soup at once, you can add the cooked pasta directly into the pot of soup. However, if you anticipate leftovers, it’s best to keep the pasta separate to prevent it from absorbing all the liquid.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 142.4
- Total Fat: 8.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 811.3mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 5g
- Sugars: 3.1g
- Protein: 7.1g
Enjoy this delightful Quick Escarole Soup as a nourishing and comforting meal any day of the week! 🥣
