Turnip Green Soup

Chef's notes#

This recipe was published by a local chef who prepares it on a weekly basis at a small boutique restaurant located above a bookstore.

Details#

• ⏲️ Prep time: 15 minutes
• 🍳 Cook time: 30 minutes
• 🍽️ Servings: 8-10

Ingredients#

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 3/4 pound smoked, baked or country ham cubed
• 2 (14.5-ounce) cans of turnip greens, undrained (recommend Glory Brand turnip greens if available)
• 2 (15.5- ounce) cans great northern beans
• 2 red potatoes, diced
• 4 (14.5-ounce) cans chicken broth
• Salt and ground pepper to taste
• Cajun seasoning to taste
• 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar

Directions#

1. In a soup pot, sweat olive oil, onions, garlic, and ham on low heat.
2. Add turnip greens, beans, potatoes, chicken broth, and bring to a boil on high heat.
3. Once boiling, turn down to medium heat. Add salt, pepper, cajun seasoning, and sugar.
4. Simmer for appoximately 30 minutes.
5. This recipe makes a large quantity and can be cut in half. Serve with cornbread.