Swiss Chard &Amp; Potato Soup

Swiss Chard &Amp; Potato Soup


1. Heat butter in a pot over medium heat. Add onions and swiss chard stems and saute for 2 minutes or until softened.

2. Add potatoes, chicken stock and milk and bring to a boil.

3. Simmer soup for 5 minutes; add swiss chard leaves (reserving 1/4 cup for garnish) and simmer 5 minutes longer or until potatoes are very soft and chard is wilted.

4. Puree soup in a blender or food processor (An immersion blender also works well). Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Garnish:.

6. Heat oil in a small skillet over medium high heat. Working in batches, add Swiss chard (be careful, as it will pop and splatter oil) and fry for 1 to 2 minutes or until crisped.

7. Drain on paper towels.

8. Garnish soup with crinkled Swiss chard.

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