Arugula and Mint Velouté, Sobrassade Dabs Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 bunches arugula, cleaned and roughly chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup diced sobrassade (a type of sausage from Catalunya)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced sobrassade and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
2. In a large pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the arugula and mint leaves and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Using a hand blender or food processor, puree the mixture until smooth.
4. Return the puree to the pot and add heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Cook on low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cheese has melted and the soup is heated through.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve the velouté hot, topped with crispy sobrassade dabs.

Verdict:

This arugula and mint velouté with sobrassade dabs is a refreshing and flavorful soup that will please your taste buds. The arugula and mint give a pleasant, slightly bitter freshness to the soup, while the sobrassade brings a touch of smokiness and spice to the dish. The velouté is creamy and rich, thanks to the heavy cream and the parmesan cheese. Serve it hot with crispy sobrassade dabs on top to add a crunchy texture to the soup.

Serving Suggestions:

For a complete meal, serve the velouté as a starter along with a fresh green salad and a slice of toasted bread. You can also enjoy it as a light lunch or dinner with a side of grilled vegetables or a piece of grilled chicken or fish. If you have any leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat them on the stove or in the microwave before serving.