Tuscan Wild Mushroom Soup
Creamy wild mushroom soup inspired by the classic Tuscan soup. Flavours or thyme, oregano, garlic and smoked paprika brought together with a heavy (vegan) cream to make an indulgent comfort food.
Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 white onion finely diced
- 1 pepper chopped into 4cm squares
- 2 tbsp Pure Dairy Free Sunflower Spread
- 5-6 sun dried tomatoes chopped into small chunks
- 200 g mixed mushrooms chopped
- 400 ml veg stock made with boiling water and 1/2 stock cube
- 200 ml plant based cream can also use oat based creme fraiche
Herbs
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Large pinch salt & pepper
- 1 tbsp cornflour to thicken, optional
- 2 bay leaves not essential but works beautifully
Instructions
Method:
- Add the Pure spread to a deep pan, place on a medium heat then add the onions and fry for around 5 minutes
- Add the minced garlic cloves, sundried tomatoes, pepper and mushrooms to the pan along with all of the herbs and fry for a further 6-7 minutes
- Once the mushrooms have browned add the vegetable stock, give a stir then reduce the heat right down
- Add the cream and stir together, taste test adding more seasoning / herbs if needed
- Serve with a slice of crusty bread & a generous slather of vegan butter
Notes
Try adding plant based chorizo to add a real smokey flavour