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Butifarra and Spinach Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound of butifarra sausage, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups of chicken broth
- 2 cups of fresh spinach leaves, chopped
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking

Special equipment needed:
- Large soup pot
- Wooden spoon

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced butifarra sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.

3. Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.

5. Add the chopped spinach leaves to the pot and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.

6. Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional chopped spinach leaves if desired.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for browning the sausage
- Low heat for simmering the soup
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 25g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chorizo sausage can be substituted for butifarra sausage
- Kale or Swiss chard can be substituted for spinach

Variations:
- Add cooked white beans to the soup for additional protein and fiber
- Top the soup with croutons or grated Parmesan cheese for added texture and flavor

Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to slice the butifarra sausage thinly to ensure even cooking
- Use a wooden spoon to stir the soup to avoid scratching the pot

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in individual bowls with a sprig of fresh parsley on top

Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Croutons

Pairings:
- Crusty bread
- Red wine

Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Roasted vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too thick, add additional chicken broth or water to thin it out

Food safety advice:
- Be sure to cook the sausage to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat

Food history:
- Butifarra sausage is a traditional Catalan sausage made with pork and spices

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, slightly spicy, and hearty

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the soup as a main course for lunch or dinner

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Region: Peruvian

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Earthy, Herbal, Rich