Northumbrian Cockle Soup Recipe

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Northumbrian Cockle Soup
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  1. Clean the cockle shells very well under cold running water, discarding any that are already open. Place the cockles in a large saucepan and cover with cold, well-salted water. Bring slowly to the boil, shaking the saucepan from time to time. As soon as the cockles are open, they are ready Do not over-cook, as this will toughen them.
  2. Allow the cockles to cool in the stock, then strain, keep back the stock, and remove the cockles from their shells using a sharp knife, strain the cooled stock again and make up to 1 1/2 pints with water if necessary.
  3. Melt the butter in a saucepan, stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, gradually add the cockle stock, stirring to prevent lumps forming, bring to the boil then stir in the milk. Add the onion and celery and cook, stirring, for 5-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft. Add the parsley and pepper, and then stir in the cockles.
  4. Heat through thoroughly and pour into 4-6 soup bowls. Swirl a tablespoon, of cream into each bowl and garnish with a little parsley.
  5. Serve with crusty bread.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 105.78 Kcal (443 kJ)
Calories from fat 60.98 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.78g 10%
Cholesterol 18.85mg 6%
Sodium 110.93mg 5%
Potassium 166.07mg 4%
Total Carbs 8.09g 3%
Sugars 4.26g 17%
Dietary Fiber 0.54g 2%
Protein 3.36g 7%
Vitamin C 2.8mg 5%
Iron 0.3mg 2%
Calcium 129.9mg 13%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 95.48 Kcal (400 kJ)
Calories from fat 55.04 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.12g 10%
Cholesterol 17.02mg 6%
Sodium 100.13mg 5%
Potassium 149.9mg 4%
Total Carbs 7.3g 3%
Sugars 3.85g 17%
Dietary Fiber 0.49g 2%
Protein 3.03g 7%
Vitamin C 2.5mg 5%
Iron 0.3mg 2%
Calcium 117.3mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.6
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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