Mushroom Soup

One way to boost our immune system is by adding fruits and vegetables to our daily diet. This not only provides a well-balanced meal plan but also allows for a much-needed daily intake of vitamins and minerals.

Mushroom Soup

This delicious and easy recipe serves 4 and is rich in fibre, protein, antioxidants, and vitamins.

Ingredients

• 1 small carrot, chopped

• 2 tbsp. coconut oil

• 1 onion, sliced

• 1/2 leek, chopped

• 5 1/3 cups (500g) mushrooms, sliced

• 1 small parsnip, chopped

• 1 small potato, peeled, cubed

• 2 1/2 cups (600ml) vegetable stock

• scant 1/2 cup (100ml) cream fraiche

Directions

1. In a large pot heat the oil, and sauté the chopped onion and sliced leek for about 3 mins.

2. Next, add washed and sliced mushrooms and fry for another 10 minutes stirring now and then.

3. Add the carrot, parsnip and potato. Mix well and cook for 3-4 mins. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil. Simmer, covered for about 15 mins. until the vegetables are soft.

5. Mix with a hand blender until smooth, add cream at the end and serve.

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