Feature the soup as an entrée accompanied by a crisp Waldorf salad or garlic bread. Toasted pine nuts make a nice garnish.

Accompany this dish with something simple, crunchy and tart to complement the rich, smoky flavors.

Use meaty wild mushrooms for this dish, such as chanterelles, porcini or oyster mushrooms. The rich, earthy flavors of this dish make it a wonderful side for grilled or roasted meats and poultry.