Soups and Stews Recipes - Fennel and Soy Cheese Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 25g/1oz soy margarine

• 1 clove garlic, peeled and finely chopped

• 1 leek, sliced

• 2 large fennel bulbs, chopped

• 5 cups/900ml vegetarian or chicken stock

• salt and black pepper

• 4 tbsp grated soy cheese

• freshly chopped parsley for garnishing

Serves 4

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Method:

1. Melt the margarine in a pan, then add the garlic, leek and fennel. fry for 5 minutes.

2. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Simmer for 30 minutes. Season to taste with the salt and pepper.

3. Allow the soup to cool slightly, then puree until smooth in a blender or food processor.

4. Return the soup to the pan and reheat. Add the cheese and garnish with the parsley.

Note: Soy cheese resembles a firm Mozzarella cheese. Although it does not taste like Mozzarella, the cheese is a great source of fat-free protein, making it perfect for any slimming diet.