Watercress Soup
Watercress Soup is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Melt butter in a medium pot over medium heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionMelt butter in a medium pot over medium heat.
Add onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, 5-6 minutes.
Add broth and potatoes; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Add watercress to pot; stir until leaves wilt.
Let soup cool briefly.
Working in batches, purée soup in a blender until smooth.
Return soup to same pot.
Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice.
Season to taste with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 8 hours ahead.
Cover and chill.
Whisk cream with a pinch of salt in a large bowl until soft peaks form.
Fold in 1 1/2 tablespoons chives.
Rewarm soup gently over low heat.
Divide soup among demitasse or small teacups and garnish each cup with a dollop of whipped cream.
Sprinkle remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons chives over.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
