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A bowl of rich creamy mushroom soup garnished with fresh herbs

Mushroom Soup (Creamy)

This quick and easy creamy mushroom soup recipe will guide you through making a rich and flavorful soup with minimal effort. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a comforting starter, it's sure to become a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • ladle
  • blender or immersion blender

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, then add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Stir in minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are browned and their liquid has evaporated, approximately 8-10 minutes.
  2. Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes.
  3. Carefully transfer about half of the soup to a blender and blend until smooth; alternatively, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup in the pot, leaving some mushroom pieces for texture.
  4. Return blended soup to the pot (if using a regular blender), then stir in heavy cream, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper, and heat gently without boiling.

Notes

For an even richer flavor, you can add a splash of dry sherry or white wine when sautéing the mushrooms. If you prefer a completely smooth soup, blend all of it. Garnish with fresh parsley or croutons for extra appeal.