Description
Creamy Mushroom Pastina Soup is a warm and comforting dish featuring tender pastina pasta, earthy mushrooms, and smoky turkey bacon in a silky, plant-based cream broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual lunches, this dairy-free soup offers rich, savory layers of flavor with a nourishing, velvety texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 shallots, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 ounces smoked turkey bacon, chopped into small strips
- 8 ounces cremini or baby bella mushrooms, wiped clean and thinly sliced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 3/4 cup pastina pasta
- 3/4 cup plant-based cream
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Finely dice the shallots and mince the garlic. Wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp cloth and slice thinly. Chop the smoked turkey bacon into small strips to ensure each spoonful is flavorful.
- Sauté Aromatics and Smoked Turkey Bacon: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, cooking until fragrant and soft. Then add the smoked turkey bacon and sauté until crisp and golden, releasing a smoky aroma.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot, stirring occasionally. Cook until they release their juices and turn golden brown, enhancing their umami flavor.
- Add Broth and Pastina: Pour in the vegetable broth along with the fresh thyme sprigs. Bring to a gentle boil, then add the pastina. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the pasta is tender but not mushy.
- Create Creamy Base: Lower the heat and stir in the plant-based cream and apple cider vinegar (natural) to brighten the flavors. Slowly sprinkle in the natural gelling agent, stirring to achieve a silky, thickened broth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs: Remove the thyme stems and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm mushrooms for the best texture and flavor.
- Watch the pastina closely to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Slowly add the natural gelling agent to avoid clumping and ensure smooth consistency.
- For extra flavor, toast the pastina lightly in the pot before adding the broth.
- Adjust the apple cider vinegar (natural) to balance the soup’s acidity to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: creamy mushroom soup, pastina soup, smoked turkey bacon soup, plant-based cream soup, quick soup recipe, gluten free soup