Mushroom and miso soup with barley

Bowls of mushroom and barley soup

 

As August rolls on and we inch closer to the end of winter I’m still reaching for comfort meals that are nourishing and warming. This rich and satisfying mushroom and miso soup is like an umami-packed hug in a bowl. Earthy mixed mushrooms, chewy pearl barley and savoury miso paste come together in this easy soup elevated with flavour boosters like fresh ginger and soy sauce. It’s a hearty vegetarian dish that you’ll enjoy on cold days.

 

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Creamy leek and potato soup

 

This warming and creamy soup is just what you need to keep you toasty during this very cold spell. In Cape Town the sun has been shining these last few days, but make no mistake… it’s icy out there! You can’t beat the flavour of home-made soup, and the bonus of making a big batch is that you can freeze the leftovers for another day.

 

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Roasted carrot and butternut soup

 

Homemade veggie soups are so comforting and warming, and really very easy to prepare. Roasted carrots and butternut, along with the hint of ginger, give this soup it’s delicious flavour. This is a thick and creamy soup which makes it feel quite indulgent. It will definitely satisfy and warm you on a cold winters day!

 

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Spicy chickpea and bulgar soup

 

Happy New Year, I hope 2020 is treating you well so far! I’ve had a lovely break, but now it’s time to get back to business and I’m looking forward to sharing plenty of delicious recipes with you this year – including today’s very tasty recipe for spicy chickpea soup!

 

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