Blogwatch: Caldo Verde
This vibrant soup from Rita of Pink Bites is a sight for sore eyes. The bright collard greens swirl in a base of olive oil, water, and potatoes to make a simple, cheap, and filling dish. Collard greens are full of vitamin A and are a good source of zinc. Seriously, I feel healthier just looking at this soup. Portuguese in origin, caldo verde simply means "green broth," and so it is. Add some sausage if you'd like something a bit heartier, but a nub of toasted bread works well too.
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4 Comments:
Oh yes-my hubby's family is Portugese and we have had our share of caldo verde-his family insisted we have it at our engagement party as well. I have actualy made my own version (need to post soon) and think it rocks....as does my Shrimp Mozambique. http:savorthethyme.blogspot.com
savorthethyme at 1:04PM on 02/05/09
I've been adding greens to soup lately, too, and find they add huge texture and flavor, not to mention nutrition. And so easy! Just rinse, chop and stir! Check out this recipe for "Stone Soup" based on the children's story of that name...great to make with your kids or for guests!
GoodStuffNW at 2:05PM on 02/05/09
love caldo verde and BF loves me just a little bit more when I make it. I make mine with kale and chorizo - the kind that is in the deli section not raw at the butchers. Hearty and delicious, perfect for a brutal day like today in NYC
mookie at 2:32PM on 02/05/09
Traditionally, you need to add Portuguese chorizo to the mix. I should know, I made a vegetarian version for my parents which they thought was delicious, but just not "authentic." Ah well.
rockchick at 3:02PM on 02/05/09