LETTUCE SOUP
This is a soup that my Slovak grandmother used to make when I was a little girl. She used lettuce she would pick fresh out of her garden. I still make this soup every summer and remember her sitting in her kitchen sipping coffee with my mother and aunt. It brings back such fond memories.
Provided by Ursie
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h
Yield 6-8 Large Bowls, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a cast iron skillet (this the best but you can use any type skillet) Fry 2 lb. of bacon (to render fat, but not crisp the bacon).
- Remove bacon from skillet leaving the fat in the pan.
- Allow the fat to brown (slightly).
- For every 2 Tablespoons of browned fat rendered add 2 tablespoons of flour.
- Stirring constantly, brown flour in fat to a deep golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly so as not to curdle the milk when added.
- Once cooled, add 1 cup of milk for ever 2 tablespoons of flour used.
- Bring to rolling boil stirring constantly.
- Add torn up lettuce and cut up bacon to the browned fat and flour mixture.
- Bring back to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
- Add eggs to mixture making sure to stir it throughout the soup.
- Reduce heat to low and continue to cook for about 1 hour (until lettuce is cooked down).
- Salt to taste.
- Serve with a crusty French bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 735.6, Fat 70, SaturatedFat 23.2, Cholesterol 173.4, Sodium 1317.5, Carbohydrate 4.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.1, Protein 21.3
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Patra Johnson
[email protected]Overall, this soup is a good option for a light and healthy meal.
arshad Khalid
[email protected]This soup is a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could use some more seasoning.
heylol
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lettuce, but this soup was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again.
iloa Kupu
[email protected]This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day.
The Monarch
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this soup. It's made with just a few ingredients and it's ready in no time.
Meshack Roba
[email protected]This soup is a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables into your diet.
Hasnain rajput
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a winner. It's creamy, flavorful, and very satisfying.
Angelo Nieves
[email protected]This soup is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also very versatile - you can add different vegetables or herbs to taste.
Mafhi Hasan_444
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it!
Kamran Chandio
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Andzani Shine Manyisa
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my soup turned out watery and tasteless.
Edwinfred Kamau
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover lettuce. It's also very affordable and easy to make.
IMRAN MADA
[email protected]Not a fan of this soup. The texture was slimy and the flavor was just 'blah'.
Yasser rifi
[email protected]This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could use some more seasoning, or maybe a splash of lemon juice.
ADEWALE OLAJIRE MICHEAL
[email protected]I love lettuce soup! This recipe is simple and straightforward, and the soup turns out creamy and delicious. I like to serve it with a side of crusty bread.
afif sabbir
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and very tasty. I added a bit of extra garlic and pepper to taste. Will definitely make again!
F.romuck
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to use lettuce, and this soup definitely fits the bill. It's light and refreshing, with a subtle vegetal flavor. I'll definitely be making this again!
DuskyDaFox
[email protected]This lettuce soup was a hit with my family! It's creamy, flavorful, and surprisingly hearty. I love that it's a great way to use up leftover lettuce.