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Creamy Charcuterie Soup

Creamy Charcuterie Soup: Your New Favorite Cozy Comfort Dish

Creamy charcuterie soup is a customizable, comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: European
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth Choose chicken for richness or vegetable for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Consider plant-based cream for a lighter take.
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup charcuterie (salami, prosciutto, pepperoni) Customize with your preferred cured meats.
  • 1 cup cheeses (smoked Gouda, Gruyère) Gouda adds a smoky flavor, Gruyère offers nuttiness.
  • 1 onion Chopped, essential for sweetness.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced, elevates overall flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh/dried) Imparts earthiness.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adjust to taste.
  • salt To taste.
  • pepper To taste.
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped, for garnishing.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then, add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  2. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Add chopped charcuterie to the simmering broth and allow it to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Reduce heat to low and slowly pour in heavy cream, stirring gently to combine.
  5. Sprinkle in shredded smoked Gouda and Gruyère cheeses, continually stirring as they melt into the soup.
  6. Add dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Keep the heat low after adding cream to avoid curdling for a luscious texture. Experiment with different cured meats and adjust seasonings to taste.

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