Asian Mushroom and Leek Soup
Ingredients:1/2 ounce dried shiitake or porcini mushrooms3 tablespoons vegetable oil2 medium shallots, minced1 large leek, white and tender green, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise4 ounces white mushrooms, stems discarded, caps thinly sliced1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger1/2 teaspoon Madras curry powder6 cups vegetable stock or canned broth1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk1 teaspoon cornstarchCoarse salt and