Spicy parsnip soup is the ultimate comfort food, with the sweetness of the parsnips contrasting wonderfully with the spices. It's also easy to make. Adding cream or milk gives it a luxurious texture. Ingredients: 1tbsp olive oil Knob of butter 500g parsnips, peeled and diced 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped 1 glove of garlic, finely chopped 1tsp of cumin 1tbsp of garam masala 1tsp turmeric 1 ½ litres of vegetable or chicken stock 300ml of cream or milk
Step 1
Heat the oil in a saucepan and add the butter.
Step 2
When melted, fry the onion for about 10 minutes until softened.
Step 3
Add the chopped garlic and fry for a further two to three minutes.
Step 4
Add the spices and fry for about a minute until they release an aroma.
Step 5
Add the parsnips and stir so they are coated in the spices and onion.
Step 6
Add the stock and bring to the boil. Simmer for 25 minutes until the parsnips are soft.
Step 7
Take off the heat and blend. Add the milk or cream and reheat gently.
