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Parsnip Soup with Fresh Ginger

Root vegetables such as parsnips make good creamy soups. Add an extra dimension to the flavour with grated fresh ginger.


Ingredients

1tbsp sunflower oil
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 inch piece root ginger, grated
2tsp coriander
1lb / 450g parsnips, peeled and diced
1 pint / 600ml vegetable stock
4floz / 100ml crème fraîche
salt and black pepper

Method

1. Heat the oil and cook the onion for 3-4 minutes, then add the garlic and spices and cook for 2 minutes.

2. Add the diced parsnips and cook over a low heat for 10 minutes.
Add the stock and cook for 30 minutes.

3. Leave to cool, then purée in a food processor or blender, adding the crème fraîche.

For an extra smooth finish, strain through a sieve. Season to taste.
Heat through gently before serving.


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recipes by Sarah Brown
from The Vegetarian October 1992
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