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Tuscan Artichoke Soup

Hearty Tuscan Artichoke Soup That's Comfort in a Bowl

Experience the creamy comfort of Tuscan Artichoke Soup, combining artichoke hearts and sun-dried tomatoes for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup Celery finely diced
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
For the Soup
  • 1 can (14 oz) Artichoke Hearts drained
  • ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes chopped
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste
For the Final Touches
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach added at the end
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream for richness
  • ½ cup Asiago Cheese grated, reserve some for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Tuscan Artichoke Soup
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 cup of finely diced celery and 1 cup of chopped yellow onion to the pot. Sauté for about 5–6 minutes or until translucent.
  3. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 can (14 oz) of drained artichoke hearts and ½ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and fresh black pepper to taste, then stir in 1 cup of heavy cream. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes.
  7. Fold in 2 cups of fresh spinach, cooking just until wilted, about 1 minute.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in half of the ½ cup of grated Asiago cheese. Serve hot, garnished with remaining cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Promptly refrigerate leftovers to maintain safety and freshness. Add cream just before serving to avoid curdling.

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