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Rustic Squash, Kale & Chorizo Potage

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A hearty and rustic potage featuring roasted winter squash, kale, and spicy chorizo, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients for Rustic Squash, Kale & Chorizo Potage

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Winter Squash, peeled, cubed (1/2-inch)

0 lb

Salt

to taste

Black Pepper

to taste

Extra Virgin Olive Oil, for roasting and sautéing

as needed

Leek, diced

each

Onions, diced

each

Spanish Chorizo, sliced into thin coins

0 lb

Garlic Clove, minced

each

Cannellini Beans, cooked, or canned and rinsed

cups

Kale, stems removed, leaves blanched, squeezed dry, and chopped into ribbons

0 lb

How to Make Rustic Squash, Kale & Chorizo Potage

1. Roasting Squash

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes or until tender and caramelized. Remove and set aside.

2. Cooking Leeks

In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add leeks, season with salt, and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Transfer to a plate and reserve for later.

3. Sauté Onions

In the same pot, add more oil if needed. Add onions with a pinch of salt, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. Add Chorizo & Aromatics

Stir in chorizo, garlic, and red-pepper flakes; cook for 2 minutes to release flavors.

5. Combine & Simmer

Add beans and 8 cups of the preferred liquid. Bring to a simmer and maintain for 30 minutes. Season to taste.

6. Final Assembly

Stir in roasted squash, prepared greens, and reserved leeks. Cook on low for 10 minutes, adding liquid if too thick. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Pitfalls and tips

Quality of Ingredients

Use high-quality, flavorful chorizo and opt for dense, sweet squash like butternut or kabocha. Organic kale is recommended for its taste and texture.

Squash Preparation

Roast the squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper to caramelize and concentrate its natural sugars, enhancing the potage's flavor.

Tasting and Adjusting

Taste and adjust the seasoning throughout cooking to achieve a well-rounded flavor profile.

Chorizo Rendering

Start rendering chorizo in a cold pot and slowly increase heat to render the fat for sautéing aromatics, infusing the dish with flavor.

Seasoning

Season in layers, accounting for the chorizo's saltiness, and adjust final seasoning at the end for balanced flavor.

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