Classic Mushroom Soup

Prep Time: 1 hour

Caters To: 6 gobblers

Challenge Level: Beginner

From The Pantry:

• Olive oil as per requirement
• 600 grams mixed fresh wild mushrooms
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
• 1 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 handful fresh thyme, stalks chopped and leaves picked
• Sea salt and pepper to taste
• 1 handful of dried porcini mushrooms, soaked in boiling water
• 1 litre organic chicken stock
• Fresh parsley leaves
• 1 tablespoon mascarpone
• 1 lime wedge

Cook Away:

1. In a large casserole add olive oil and fresh mushrooms. Stir continuously for a minute before adding garlic, onion, thyme, salt and pepper.
2. Chop half of the soaking porcini mushrooms and add to the cooking pan. Strain the leftover porcini mushrooms and add them whole.
3. Cook for about 20 minutes until the moisture from mushrooms disappears.
4. Add chicken stock and bring to boil. Simmer for 20 minutes.
5. While the soup is simmering remove half of the mixture, blend until smooth and pour back in.
6. Garnish with parsley, mascarpone and juice from a lime wedge.

Serve with crostini for a perfect accompaniment!

Recipe Courtesy: Jamie Oliver

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