Wild Mushroom and Thyme Cream Soup
Mushrooms add a delicious umami flavor, while cashews create a creamy (dairy free) base for this nutritious soup.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ¾ pound (335 g) wild mushrooms, sliced
- 2 Tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 medium (75 g) shallot, peeled, sliced
- 1 cup (155 g) raw cashews
- 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable stock
- ½ teaspoon sea salt, optional
Directions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, mushrooms, fresh thyme leaves, and shallot and sauté until softened, about 10 minutes.
- Place vegetable stock, cashews, and sautéed mixture into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Run the Hot Soup Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 5 minutes 45 seconds.
Chef's Notes
People often overlook the mushroom as a nutrient dense vegetable, but don't let them fool you! Not only are they packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, but they also bring a delicious umami flavor to recipes. The cashews create a cream base that is not only delicious, but delivers plant protein, fiber, and healthy fat. This soup has it all!
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ¾ pound (335 g) wild mushrooms, sliced
- 2 Tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 Tablespoon (75 g) medium shallot, peeled, sliced
- 1 cup (155 g) raw cashews
- 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable stock
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Directions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, mushrooms, fresh thyme leaves, and shallot and sauté until softened, about 10 minutes.
- Place vegetable stock, cashews, and sautéed mixture into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 5 minutes 45 seconds; or select the Hot Soup program and allow the machine to complete the programmed cycle.
Chef's Notes
People often overlook the mushroom as a nutrient dense vegetable, but don't let them fool you! Not only are they packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, but they also bring a delicious umami flavor to recipes. The cashews create a cream base that is not only delicious, but delivers plant protein, fiber, and healthy fat. This soup has it all!
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ¾ pound (335 g) wild mushrooms, sliced
- 2 Tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 Tablespoon (75 g) medium shallot, peeled, sliced
- 1 cup (155 g) raw cashews
- 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable stock
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Directions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, mushrooms, fresh thyme leaves, and shallot and sauté until softened, about 10 minutes.
- Place vegetable stock, cashews, and sautéed mixture into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 5 minutes 45 seconds; or select the Hot Soup program and allow the machine to complete the programmed cycle.
Chef's Notes
People often overlook the mushroom as a nutrient dense vegetable, but don't let them fool you! Not only are they packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, but they also bring a delicious umami flavor to recipes. The cashews create a cream base that is not only delicious, but delivers plant protein, fiber, and healthy fat. This soup has it all!