Smoky Roasted Chestnut Soup

Smoky Roasted Chestnut Soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for cold winter nights. This soup is made with roasted chestnuts, which give it a smoky and nutty flavor that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. In this recipe, we will show you how to make this soup from scratch, with detailed composition of ingredients by serving, cooking tips, and a description of the cooking process, appearance, and taste of the dish.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 500g roasted chestnuts
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 L vegetable stock
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C. Cut a small slit in each chestnut and place them on a baking tray. Roast them in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the shells start to peel away from the nuts. Remove from the oven and let them cool.
2. Once the chestnuts are cool enough to handle, peel off the shells and set the nuts aside.
3. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent.
4. Add the roasted chestnuts, smoked paprika, and dried thyme to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the chestnuts are tender.
6. Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Appearance and Taste:
This Smoky Roasted Chestnut Soup is a rich and creamy soup with a beautiful brown color. The smoky flavor of the roasted chestnuts is complemented by the spices and herbs, making it a flavorful and satisfying dish. The soup has a smooth and velvety texture that is perfect for dipping crusty bread into.
Type of Dish:
Soup
Main Ingredients:
Roasted chestnuts, vegetable stock, onion.