MAGIC CèPE MUSHROOM SOUP

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Just three ingredients make for the most powerfully aromatic porcini mushroom cream soup, a master recipe from cooking legend Patricia Wells.

Provided by Patricia Wells

Categories     HarperCollins     Soup/Stew     Dinner     Mushroom     Chive     Milk/Cream     Quick & Easy

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

For the Cèpe Mushroom Powder:
2 ounces (30 g) best-quality dried cèpe (porcini) mushrooms (or substitute dried morels)
For the soup:
2 cups (500 ml) heavy cream
2 tablespoons Cèpe Mushroom Powder
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
3 cups (750 ml) chicken stock or vegetable stock
Chopped fresh chives, for garnish
Extra-virgin olive oil or chive oil, for garnish
Special Equipment
An electric spice mill; a small jar with a lid; a large jar with a lid; a 3-quart (3 l) heavy-duty saucepan with a lid; 8 warmed, shallow soup bowls.

Steps:

  • For the Cèpe Mushroom Powder:
  • Coarsely chop the dried mushrooms or cut them into pieces with scissors. Working in batches, grind them to a fine powder in the spice mill. [Makes 1/2 cup (8 tablespoons) powder.]
  • For the soup:
  • If time permits, combine the cream and 2 tablespoons mushroom powder in a jar, seal, and refrigerate for 24 hours to infuse the cream with the mushroom flavor and aroma. (Alternatively, combine the cream and mushroom powder in the heavy-duty saucepan, bring just to a simmer, cover, remove from the heat, and set aside for 30 minutes to infuse the cream.)
  • At serving time, in heavy-duty saucepan, combine the infused cream, salt, and stock and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Remove from the heat and taste for seasoning.
  • Serve in the warmed soup bowls, garnished with chives and a drizzle of oil.
  • Do Ahead
  • The soup can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
  • Variations:
  • Add sliced raw domestic or wild mushrooms to the soup and cook for several minutes; add grilled, sliced fresh cèpes or domestic mushrooms; add truffle matchsticks at serving time.

FF RHB04
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This soup is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to be a hit at your next dinner party.


ismail Khan 123
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I love the rich and creamy texture of this soup. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Maheen Anjam
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover mushrooms. It's also a great way to add some extra flavor to your next meal.


Lukisha Thomas
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to make a healthy and satisfying soup.


Nelson Inventors
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's creamy and flavorful, and they won't even realize they're eating mushrooms.


Judith Temane
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I love the fact that this soup is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthy and delicious way to nourish my body.


Rakhmat Ullah
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


Janessa Hall
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I'm always looking for new ways to use CPE, and this soup is a great option. It's a delicious and healthy way to get your daily dose of this superfood.


WHITE RB
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I'm not a skilled cook, but I was able to make this soup without any problems. The instructions are clear and easy to follow.


Beth H.
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and satisfying meal.


Sienna Osso
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I love the versatility of this soup. I've made it with different types of mushrooms and it's always delicious. I also like to add different herbs and spices to change up the flavor.


Said Zaman
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes. This soup is a great addition to my repertoire. It's hearty and flavorful, and it's a great way to get my daily dose of vegetables.


It Rakib
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the presentation was beautiful.


Dipen Budha Thoki
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! I love the creamy texture and the earthy flavor of the mushrooms.


Cynthia Duma
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I'm not usually a fan of mushroom soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of CPE gives it a unique and delicious flavor that I can't get enough of.


Trk Türk
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This magic CPE mushroom soup is a true culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds. The combination of flavors and textures is simply exquisite. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying soup.