Lettuce Soup with Croutons
A light and creamy soup made with fresh lettuce, herbs, and potato, topped with homemade crispy croutons. This sophisticated twist on humble lettuce transforms the salad green into a warm, comforting dish.
Ingredients
- •1 tablespoon olive oil
- •2 whole shallots
- •4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- •1 whole russet potato
- •2 cups rustic bread
- •6 cups lettuce
- •½ cup fresh leafy herbs
- •to taste salt and pepper
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
5 min
- 2.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
5 min
- 3.
3. Add the broth and potato and simmer, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes.
20 min
- 4.
4. Meanwhile, place the bread on a baking sheet, sprinkle it with olive oil and salt, and bake it until crispy, about 15 minutes. Remove and let cool.
15 min
- 5.
5. Add the lettuce and herbs to the soup. Simmer for 10 minutes more.
10 min
- 6.
6. Add the salt and pepper, then puree the soup in a blender until smooth.
5 min
- 7.
7. Top with the croutons and serve.
2 min
