Broccoli Rabe and Scallion Soup

Submitted by windhorse23

"Lends itself to variations. Broccoli Rabe (Rappini) has a strong flavor--just warning those who might not expect it."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 10 scallions, chopped fine
• 1 1⁄2 lbs broccoli rabe, chopped in one inch pieces, stalks and all
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt
• black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1⁄4 cup sour cream (to garnish)
• 1 -2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

directions

1. Make sure your broccoli rabe is well rinsed.
2. Heat a large, heavy pot on medium high heat. Add the olive oil, then the scallions, and cook about 4 minutes.
3. Add the broccoli rabe and cook about 5 minutes more.
4. Add the broth, salt and pepper, and ginger. Bring to a boil and then cook on low, partially covered, about 20 minutes or until the stalks of rabe are soft.
5. Puree the soup. I use a stick blender and that works fine. Or you can cool the soup a little and then use a blender or food processor.
6. Serve with a dollop of sour cream.