Walnut “Cream” of Mushroom Soup
Description
Walnuts pureed with nonfat milk give this soup a thick, creamy consistency. Serve with a simple salad for a healthful, light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms (combination of crimini, shitake and button mushrooms, sliced)
- 2/3 cup finely chopped shallots
- 1 can (14 ounces) regular strength chicken broth
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried
- 1 cup California walnuts
- 1/2 cup nonfat milk or plain soymilk
- Freshly cracked black pepper
PREPARATION
- Heat oil in a 3-4 quart size saucepan over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and shallots. Cook 5 minutes or until softened, stirring several times.
- Add broth and herbs. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes.
- Place walnuts and milk in food processor or blender. Whirl until walnuts are completely blended with milk and nearly smooth. Stir into mushroom mixture. Simmer over medium-low heat stirring frequently until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Serve with freshly cracked black pepper.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 305 cal
- Total Fat: 26 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 695 mg
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Dietary Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 11 g