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Wild rocket and potato soup

This wild rocket and potato soup is perfect for cool, spring days. It's very quick and easy to make; it's healthy and filling. Serve it with wholesome bread or crusty rolls.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Cuisine: British
Calories: 1234

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g shallots
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 400 g potatoes
  • 1 litre vegetable stock
  • 150 g wild rocket arugula
  • For garnish: extra rocket leaves

Method
 

  1. Peel and chop the shallots, then heat the oil in a saucepan and gently soften them.
  2. Meanwhile, peel & dice the potatoes.
  3. Add the potatoes to the shallots, stir for a minute then add the stock.
  4. Bring the soup to the boil, then gently simmer over a low heat for 15 minutes.
  5. When the potatoes are tender, turn off the heat. Add the rinsed and drained rocket leaves then whizz with a stick-blender until smooth and creamy.
  6. Taste and, if necessary, season with salt and pepper.
  7. Decorate with rocket leaves before serving.