Russian Wild Mushroom Soup With Farro

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 17
Warm and comforting, this Russian Wild Mushroom Soup With Farro is perfect for cold winter nights.
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Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 ounces dried wild mushrooms
2 ounces butter
1 large onion , finely chopped
1 stalk celery , finely chopped
1 lb mixed fresh mushrooms , peeled and sliced
4 ounces cracked farro ( see above )
6 cups chicken stock
1 large potato , peeled and cut into dice
fresh bouquet garni
fresh dill leaves , coarsely chopped
1/2 lemon , juice of , only
sour cream , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
300
Sugar
5g
Fat
10g
Russian Wild Mushroom Soup With Farro is a classic dish from Eastern Europe, where mushroom picking is a popular pastime. This soup is hearty and filling, perfect for a cold winter night. Made with a variety of fresh and dried mushrooms, it's bursting with flavor and nutrition. The addition of farro adds a pleasant nutty texture and is high in fiber and vitamins.

Instructions

1.Start by soaking the dried wild mushrooms in enough hot water to cover them for 30 minutes.
2.Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook for 5 minutes or until softened.
3.Add the fresh mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid (around 15 minutes).
4.Add the soaked wild mushrooms (reserving the soaking liquid), farro, chicken stock, potato, bouquet garni, and 2 cups of the reserved mushroom soaking liquid. Bring to a boil.
5.Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until the farro is tender.
6.Remove the bouquet garni and add the fresh dill. Season with lemon juice, salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
7.Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream on top.

PROS

This soup is filling and hearty.
Farro is a whole grain that is high in fiber, magnesium, and vitamins A, B, C, and E.
Mushrooms are also full of vitamins and minerals and have been shown to boost the immune system.

CONS

This meal may not be suitable for those with allergies to mushrooms or celery.
It can also be time-consuming to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It also contains antioxidants that help to protect the body against cancer and other diseases.

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