Mushroom and Chestnut Soup

(Serves 4)

This is a really nice soup that I had in a restaurant in Buddapest called Menza, and then tried at home. It has a lot of flavour and a wonderful texture. (If you are looking for a vegan friendly restaurant in Buddapest, Menza it is not the one).

1/2 kilo assorted mushrooms (I used cremini, oyster and shitake)
150 grams chestnuts (I used vaccuum packed ones)
1 onion or 2/3 shallots
2 sprigs of fresh thyme if you have it
Vegetable stock
Olive oil
Vegan cream

Soften chopped shallots in oil. Add chopped mushrooms and saute until liquid evaporates. Add chestnuts, thyme and about 1 litre vegetable stock. Simmer for about 20 mins. Liquidize and season to taste. Add cream just before serving. I think the flavour would be even better the following day if you manage to wait.

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