MUSHROOM SOUP
Soup by itself is a healthy and filling starter; when it comes to mushroom, we have numerous varieties that we can make. Some of the benefits of mushrooms are
- Mushrooms are great source of fiber, protein and vitamins; especially vitamin B and C
- They are source of powerful anti-oxidants
- And they are also rich in calcium
Ingredient
- Mushrooms – 1/2 cup
- Garlic – 2 pods(finely chopped)
- Shallot/small onion – 1 no(finely chopped)
- Butter – 1 tsp
- Whole milk – 1 cup
- Corn flour – 1 tsp (optional)
- Pepper powder – as req
- Salt – as req
Procedure
- Step 1: Wash, clean and cut the mushrooms finely and keep aside
- Step 2: In a medium sauce pan, add a tsp of butter and let it melt; then add finely chopped garlic and shallots and sauté for a min or so
- Step 3: Now add the finely chopped mushrooms along with a tsp of salt and sauté for about 5-8 mins or until it shrinks well; then add a cup of warm milk and bring it to boil. If you are using corn flour as thickening agent, add at this point. Do not add corn flour directly, instead add a tsp of corn flour into a 2-3 tblsp of water, then stir well and then pour the corn flour mixture to the soup
- Step 4: Let it cook for another 5 mins-stir constantly, now sprinkle some pepper powder as per your taste. Within few mins you will get the creamy consistency; then your soup is ready to serve.
NOTE/TIP
- Serve with a piece of French bread to enhance the flavor
- You can give this soup for your baby only after a year old; mushroom and whole milk may cause indigestion. Pl take advice from your pediatrician.
