Truffled Cream of Chestnut Soup

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Truffled Cream of Chestnut Soup
in Soup

Prep

25 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

300 g chestnuts ( peeled and cooked )
2 -3 shallots ( minced )
600 ml vegetable broth
250 ml cream ( low cal is ok )
1 -2 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon butter
1 truffle ( white alba , small or 1tsp truffle oil )
salt and pepper ( pinch cayenne )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
368
Sugar
7g
Fat
32g
The creamy flavor of chestnuts is enhanced by the truffle in this heart-warming soup. Chestnuts are a versatile ingredient in many recipes, but this delicious soup is an excellent way to enjoy their flavor in a more subtle yet sensational way. This soup is perfect for holiday dinners, light lunches or as a starter for a formal meal. Impress your guests with the creamy texture and luxurious taste of truffle cream of chestnut soup.

Instructions

1.Melt butter in a saucepan and add minced shallots. Cook until translucent, occasionally stirring.
2.Add the chestnuts to the pan and mix them with shallots.
3.Add vegetable broth, cream, and cayenne pepper to the pan. Bring it to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
4.Reduce the heat and blend the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
5.Return the soup to the saucepan. Stir in lemon juice and white alba truffle or truffle oil. Heat it through.
6.Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with diced truffle on top if desired.

PROS

This soup is rich, creamy and earthy with a lovely aroma of truffles.

It’s easy to make and perfect for warming up on a cold day.

CONS

It’s relatively high in calories and fat due to the cream content.

Chestnuts can cause an allergic reaction in some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its creaminess, chestnut soup is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and minerals like potassium, magnesium, and iron. Additionally, chestnuts are high in antioxidants, which can help protect against free radicals and chronic diseases. Truffles have been reported to improve digestion and boost the immune system.

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