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Creamy Mushroom Soup

Creamy Mushroom Soup for Cozy Nights at Home

This creamy mushroom soup is a comforting dish, perfect for cozy nights, offering warmth and flavor in every spoonful.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with plant-based butter.
  • 1 small Onion Diced; yellow or white onions work best.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can use any neutral oil.
For the Soup
  • 1 lb Mushrooms Consider using cremini, button, or portobello.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Or use ½ teaspoon dried thyme.
  • 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or use dairy-free cream like coconut.
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour Optional thickener.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.
For Garnishing
  • Fresh Parsley Chopped finely.
  • Optional Splash of White Wine or Sherry For extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Directions
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 small diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound of sliced mushrooms to the pot. Stir and cook for 8-10 minutes until softened and golden brown.
  4. If desired, deglaze the pot with a splash of white wine during the last minute.
  5. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour over the mushrooms and stir well for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Pour in 4 cups of broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth, leaving some chunks.
  8. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, heating through for 2-3 minutes, then adjust with salt and pepper.
  9. Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This creamy mushroom soup is versatile and can be made ahead. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.

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