Sopa de Maiz

Name: Sopa de Maiz
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 4 cups sweet corn kernels; 1 large russet potato, diced; 1 cup calabaza squash, diced; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp salt

A comforting Cuban style sweet corn soup cooked with soft potatoes, calabaza squash, and aromatic sofrito in a light broth.

45 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

CubanSoupStovetopVegetarianHigh FiberGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups sweet corn kernels
1 large russet potato, diced
1 cup calabaza squash, diced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 diced yellow onion, 1 diced green bell pepper, and 4 minced garlic cloves, stirring for 5 minutes until softened.
3

Add 4 cups sweet corn kernels, 1 large diced russet potato, 1 cup diced calabaza squash, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp salt to the pot.
4

Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes until the potato is tender.
5

Ladle 2 cups of soup into a blender, puree until smooth, and stir back into the pot.

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Questions

How long does Sopa de Maiz take?

As written, 45 minutes: 15 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (20 minutes): "Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes until the potato is tender."

What should Sopa de Maiz look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until the potato is tender.

Is Sopa de Maiz gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Sopa de Maiz is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How many calories are in Sopa de Maiz?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 240 calories, with 6 g protein, 42 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Sopa de Maiz?

Refrigerate Sopa de Maiz for up to four days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it. The potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so this one is better kept in the refrigerator.

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