Creamy Mushroom Soup
Indulge in the warm, comforting goodness of Creamy Mushroom Soup, perfect for cozy evenings or elegant dinner parties. This rich and velvety soup combines earthy mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and fresh thyme to create a delightful dish that can be served as a starter or main course. With its creamy texture and customizable options, it’s a versatile favorite that can be enjoyed any time of the year.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Global
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter with olive oil. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and thyme until fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in vegetable or chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender until desired consistency is reached.
- Return to low heat, stir in heavy cream, adjusting seasoning if needed. Warm through without boiling.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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