Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this homemade Easy Cream of Mushroom Soup. With a velvety texture and savory flavors, this soup is the perfect comfort dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 16 ounces fresh mushrooms (cremini, white button, or mix), sliced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil. Sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add mushrooms and cook until browned and moisture is released.
- Thicken: Sprinkle flour over mushrooms, stir, then pour in broth gradually. Simmer.
- Finish Soup: Stir in cream, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer, then blend for a smoother texture if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream or a plant-based heavy cream alternative.
- You can blend the entire soup for a silky texture or leave it chunky for more bite.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
