Potato Chard Soup

* Exported from MasterCook *

Potato Chard Soup

Recipe By : "Sarah G." <RSCW081@ALBNYVMS.BITNET>
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 Medium Onion -- finely chopped
2 Celery Stalks -- finely chopped
1 Tablespoon Canola Oil -- (or other veg. oil)
4 Cups Potatoes -- cubed
5 Cups Vegetable Stock -- or water
1 Bay Leaf
4 Cups Swiss Chard -- chopped
2 Teaspoons Thyme
1 Teaspoon Parsley
1/4 Teaspoon Dill
Salt And Pepper -- to taste

1. In a large pot, saute onions and celery in oil. Add potatoes, stock or
water, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30
minutes.

2. Add chard, thyme, parsley, and dill. Cook for an additional 10
minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool
slightly. Puree in a blender or food processor and reheat.

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NOTES : Here's a really tasty pureed soup (from Veggie Life)
(makes about 2 quarts)