Hearty Parsnip Soup
Some parsnips arrived in my organic veg box from Riverford and then some more arrived. I like parsnips but I’m not wild about them. I enjoy them roasted and caramelised in the oven with other root veg. They make a great mashed contrast layer for a nut roast and come in very handy for a big pot of soup. Parsnip Soup seemed to me to be what was called for right now – real comfort food – hearty and filling. Here’s my recipe. Sauté 1 minced garlic clove, 1 large chopped onion and a bunch of chopped wild garlic in a couple of 15ml (table)spoons olive oil. Add a knob of finely chopped or grated root ginger for some heat. After about 5 minutes the onion should be translucent and…