Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Creamy Mushroom Soup, a delightful dish perfect for any occasion. This velvety soup combines deeply sautéed mushrooms and fragrant herbs with a creamy broth that warms both body and soul. Whether you’re welcoming guests for a cozy dinner or enjoying a quiet lunch alone, this recipe is quick to prepare and easy to customize. Blend it to your desired texture, adjust the creaminess, or add your favorite herbs for a personal touch. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal. Dive into this rich, flavorful soup that promises to satisfy and impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil. Sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture.
- Stir in minced garlic and thyme; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Cook on low for about 30 minutes.
- For smooth soup, blend using an immersion blender; for a chunkier version, skip this step.
- Stir in heavy cream (or half-and-half) and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg