Name: Brown Mushroom Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 300g chestnut mushrooms, washed and chopped; 1 handful dried porcini mushrooms, soaked beforehand; 1 celery stick, washed and chopped; 1 whole leek, washed and chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, diced; 2 bay leaves; 1 large potato, peeled and chopped; 4 tbsp double cream, plus about 1 tbsp for decoration; 2 tbsp olive oil; ½ tsp turmeric (for health benefits); ½ tsp white pepper; 4 or 5 glasses water; Salt, to taste

"This velvety Brown Mushroom Soup bursts with earthy umami from chestnut mushrooms and aromatic dried porcini. A pinch of turmeric adds vibrant color and health benefits, while cream creates a luxurious texture. Ideal as a comforting starter for any season."

Method 4 Steps

1

Soak the dried porcini mushrooms in warm water to rehydrate them. In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil and add the chopped onion, garlic, leek, celery, potato, and chestnut mushrooms.
2

Sauté for a few minutes, then add the soaked and chopped porcini mushrooms with some of their soaking water. Avoid using all the soaking water to prevent any sand or grit from the bottom.
3

Add 4 or 5 glasses of water, the bay leaves, turmeric, white pepper, and salt to taste. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 1 hour.
4

Stir in the double cream and blend with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes. Serve topped with a swirl of the extra cream.

Brown Mushroom Soup

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