Lettuce Soup with Croutons Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tbsp olive oil , plus more to taste
2 shallots, peeled and diced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 small russet potato, peeled and cubed
2 cups day-old rustic bread, torn into pieces with your fingers
6 cups torn lettuce (any varieties)
1/2 cup fresh leafy herbs, such as basil, parsley, and tarragon
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the broth and potato and simmer, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, place the bread on a baking sheet, sprinkle it with olive oil and salt, and bake it until crispy, about 15 minutes. Remove and let cool.
5. Add the lettuce and herbs to the soup. Simmer for 10 minutes more.
6. Add the salt and pepper, then puree the soup in a blender until smooth.
7. Top with the croutons and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	616.45 Kcal (2581 kJ)
Calories from fat	350.91 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	38.99g	60%
Cholesterol	212.94mg	71%
Sodium	178.28mg	7%
Potassium	868.75mg	18%
Total Carbs	18.43g	6%
Sugars	4.83g	19%
Dietary Fiber	2.52g	10%
Protein	45.54g	91%
Vitamin C	15mg	25%
Iron	3.3mg	19%
Calcium	54.2mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	182.19 Kcal (763 kJ)
Calories from fat	103.71 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.52g	60%
Cholesterol	62.93mg	71%
Sodium	52.69mg	7%
Potassium	256.76mg	18%
Total Carbs	5.45g	6%
Sugars	1.43g	19%
Dietary Fiber	0.74g	10%
Protein	13.46g	91%
Vitamin C	4.4mg	25%
Iron	1mg	19%
Calcium	16mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

salty
savory
bitter
sweet

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