Russian Mushroom Soup Recipe

Russian Mushroom Soup

Recipe provided by Helen Ostrosky

Level: Easy

Nutritional information (per serving 1 of 4): Calories 250; Total Fat 4 g; Saturated Fat 1 g; Carbohydrates 57 g; Dietary Fiber 9 g; Sugar 2 g; Protein 7 g; Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 633 mg

Total time: 3 hours   Preparation time: 30 minutes   Cooking time: 2 hours 30 minutes

• 2 cups dried mushrooms
• 8 cups cold water
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon margarine or oil

Directions

1. Break the dried mushrooms into smaller pieces and rinse them thoroughly under cold water to remove any grit. Place the mushrooms in a pot and add 8 cups of cold water, the garlic clove, and the salt.
2. Cover and simmer for at least 2 hours, or until the mushrooms are tender; adjust the salt to taste.
3. Saut the chopped onion in margarine or oil until translucent, then add the onion to the soup and simmer a few more minutes.
4. This traditional soup is often served on Christmas Eve as part of the Holy Supper meal.

Note: For a clearer broth, strain the cooking liquid before serving or skim any foam while simmering.