Portuguese Green Soup

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Native to portugal’s northwest region of minho, this green soup is made with a deep green kale which is unlike that grown elsewhere. kale or spinach found in american stores can be uses as a substitute.

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Steps

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Wash the kale and cut off any stems.

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Slice into thin shreds.

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Put the potatoes , water , oil , salt and pepper in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

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Lower the heat and cook slowly , covered , for about 25 minutes , or until the potatoes are tender.

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Remove from the stove , and put the mixture through a sieve or puree it.

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Return to the saucepan.

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Add the strips of kale.

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Continue to cook about 12 minutes longer , or until the kale is tender.

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Add the sausage rounds , and leave on the stove long enough to heat through.

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Menu: portuguese green soup , warm garlic bread , baked bananas in orange juice.

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Soups & stews one dish meals.

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Ingredients

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fresh kale, potatoes, water, olive oil, salt and pepper, garlic sausage