Description
Smooth, savory, and deeply satisfying, this Creamy Mushroom Soup is made from fresh mushrooms simmered in a rich, velvety broth. Perfectly comforting, this soup is quick to prepare and always delicious.
Ingredients
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their juices and become tender, about 8–10 minutes.
- Pour in broth, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Cook gently for approximately 20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Carefully blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender (or transfer carefully to a traditional blender in batches).
- Stir in heavy cream, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Heat gently without boiling.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh mushrooms or herbs, if desired.
Notes
- Mixed Mushrooms: Use a variety of mushrooms like cremini, shiitake, or oyster for added flavor.
- Dairy-Free Option: Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream.
- Herb Infusions: Add fresh thyme or parsley for extra aromatic flavor.
- Heartier Version: Incorporate cooked wild rice or barley for additional texture and fiber.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
