Chestnut and Mushroom Soup Recipe

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Chestnut and Mushroom Soup
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  1. Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the shallots, garlic, and leek. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until softened. Deglaze with brandy, if using, or 3 tablespoons warm water (pour in the liquor or water and scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon).
  2. If you are using vacuum-packed or jarred chestnuts, pat them dry with paper towels. Add the chestnuts to the pot and cook for 4 minutes, stirring gently from time to time, until the chestnuts are lightly golden.
  3. Reserve two mushrooms for garnish. Slice the remaining mushrooms and add them to the pot. Add the chilli powder if desired. Pour in the stock and season with salt. Bring to a simmer, cover, lower the heat to medium-low, and cook for 20-30 minutes, until the vegetables are soft.
  4. Let the soup cool for a few minutes. Puree the soup using an immersion blender, until the soup is smooth with just a few remaining chunks. Stir in the balsamic vinegar, taste, and adjust the seasoning. (The soup can be made a day ahead up to this point). Reheat and ladle into bowls. Cut the reserved mushrooms in slices, and chop the parsley leaves roughly. Plop a mushroom slice on the surface of each bowl, sprinkle with parsley and a touch of freshly ground pepper, and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1678.73 Kcal (7029 kJ)
Calories from fat 64.06 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.12g 11%
Sodium 56244.53mg 2344%
Potassium 787.06mg 17%
Total Carbs 327.69g 109%
Sugars 6.5g 26%
Dietary Fiber 2.13g 9%
Protein 7.82g 16%
Vitamin C 48.1mg 80%
Iron 2.2mg 12%
Calcium 63.3mg 6%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 245.96 Kcal (1030 kJ)
Calories from fat 9.39 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.04g 11%
Sodium 8240.81mg 2344%
Potassium 115.32mg 17%
Total Carbs 48.01g 109%
Sugars 0.95g 26%
Dietary Fiber 0.31g 9%
Protein 1.15g 16%
Vitamin C 7.1mg 80%
Iron 0.3mg 12%
Calcium 9.3mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 33.7
    Points
  • 38
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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