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Roasted Chestnut Soup

This creamy Roasted Chestnut Soup is a warm, comforting dish perfect for chilly days, featuring the nutty flavor of roasted chestnuts and a hint of thyme.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 cups roasted chestnuts peeled and roughly chopped
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream optional
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 cup crispy bacon crumbled (optional)

Method
 

Cooking the Soup
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the roasted chestnuts, vegetable broth, and thyme to the pot. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches in a regular blender.
  7. If desired, stir in heavy cream for a richer texture.
Serving the Soup
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and crumbled bacon, if using.
  2. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious roasted chestnut soup!

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh roasted chestnuts. You can prepare them in advance and store them in the fridge until needed.

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