Chestnut Velouté with Whipped Cream and Bacon

Ingredients:

• 500g chestnuts, peeled and roasted
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1L chicken stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4-6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Seasonal herbs and vegetables for toppings (such as rosemary, thyme, or roasted Brussels sprouts)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
2. Add the roasted chestnuts and chicken stock. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 30-40 minutes until the chestnuts are tender.
3. Using an immersion blender, blend the chestnut soup until smooth and velvety.
4. Add the heavy cream and continue to simmer for a few more minutes until heated through.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. Fold in the crumbled bacon.
7. Ladle the chestnut velouté into soup bowls and top with a dollop of the bacon whipped cream and seasonal toppings.
8. Enjoy hot!

Verdict:

This chestnut velouté with whipped cream and bacon is a comforting and flavorful soup that is perfect for the cooler months. The sweet and nutty flavor of the chestnuts is complemented by the creamy and salty whipped cream with bacon. Topping with seasonal herbs and vegetables adds a fresh and colorful touch to the dish. Serve this soup as a starter or as a main course with some crusty bread for dipping!

Enjoy!