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This Star Anise Pea, Leek & Parsnip Soup has sweet undertones of licorice. Simple and understated, the star anise adds a delicate fragrant touch. The perfect pick-me-up on a cold Winter day that the whole family can enjoy.
This recipe makes good use of vegs that might be lurking at the bottom of your vegetable box. Frozen peas are picked in season at their freshest. They give this recipe a deep invigorating green colour and a satisfying velvety texture.
I like to sprinkle some fresh mint on top and serve this soup with some crusty bread and maybe a dollop of (dairy-free) cream.
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![Mini Greek Quiches [vegetarian] 2019 © Annabelle Randles The Flexitarian](https://secureservercdn.net/104.238.71.97/81t.ba7.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Mini-Greek-Quiches-vegetarian-v8-2019-©-Annabelle-Randles-The-Flexitarian-85x100.jpg)
I love the sound of this soup, star anise is always a winner for me!
Thanks Natalie. For me too, love the smell and taste of it. Plus it is so pretty! Hope you enjoy the soup.
I tried this soup today to use up leftover parsnips from another soup. It was a wonderful, low-calorie soup. Since I am no vegeterian, I did use a bit of chicken stock concentrate in addition to the vegetable stock. Also, I garnished with chives as that’s all I had. Otherwise great recipe as written! Thanks Annabelle!!
Pristine – I am so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for your feedback. I really appreciate it. Annabelle