I can see how some might think I’ve recently become obsessed with soup. This is not true but it seems the most appropriate thing to slurp in January. One thing I am obsessed with is Jerusalem artichokes.
Despite their unsociable side effects they are one of my absolute favourite vegetables. Unfortunately I can never seem to get my hands on them or they all get snaffled up by abdominally superior individuals before I can get to them. When I can get them though I always do.
I wrestled for my ugly roots knowing full well they were going to be blended with some leeks. I managed to get 400g of artichokes and 2 leeks. It cost me £1.50. This dish ended up serving four people a light lunch. Bargain.
Ingredients
You will need (for four):
- 400g Jerusalem artichokes
- 2 medium leeks
- Large knob of butter
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 lemon
- 1 litre chicken or vegetable stock
- Salt and pepper
Method
Whatever you do with your artichokes do not peel them. Just give them a quick srub under a running tap and all is fine. Get them cooking quickly as they have a tendency to go brown. I fried my leeks in butter (plenty of it) first to get them soft and then added the artichokes. I threw in 2 bay leaves for good measure and the juice of a lemon.
Fry for a few minutes and then add about a litre of chicken or vegetable stock. Leave to simmer until the artichoke is cooked through and then blend. I added a bit of seasoning at this point and checked it before serving. I found that this soup is rather partial to a hefty dose of black pepper; it gives it another level of warmth.
Yum. I love soup too. This one looks really good.
I have one of those “superior abdominals” I’ve never had a problem with them… love the soup!
Nice! Very special soup especially with the lovely crusty bread loaf.
Gosh, I really do need to get my hands on some of those. I keep seeing all these awesome recipes including them. Curious…what ARE their unsocial side effects? LOL
I’m unsure how to say it politely. Let us just say that your gut might be grateful but your friends probably not.
What a great and (bit) unusual soup. This sounds wonderful. I hope you have a great day. Blessings…Mary
What a great soup! this sounds delicious!
That looks fantastic. I haven’t worked with Jerusalem artichokes much, but that has inspired me to get some.
Looks so flavorful. I’ll replicate your recipe, minus the bacon. I, too, love Jerusalem artichokes!
I’ve never tried artichokes, but I imagine anything thats been cooked with leeks and topped with bacon would be sublime! Soup is fabulous for these cold winter months 🙂