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Creamy Mushroom Soup

Creamy Mushroom Soup: Your Cozy Homemade Comfort Classic

Creamy Mushroom Soup is a comforting and easy-to-make dish perfect for chilly days, combining velvety texture with wholesome ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil adds a fruity richness and aids in even cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter contributes to the creamy texture.
  • 1 medium Onion provides sweetness and depth.
  • 3 cloves Garlic introduces aromatic notes.
  • 450 grams Mixed Mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, portobello) source of umami richness.
For Thickening
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour forms a roux to thicken the soup.
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme infuses herbal aroma and flavor.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth serves as the liquid base.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream creates a silky, rich consistency.
Seasoning
  • Salt used to season to taste.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper used to season to taste.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley adds freshness and color.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Mushroom Soup
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large pot over medium-high heat until the butter is foamy, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate about 450 grams of sliced mixed mushrooms and sauté for 8-10 minutes until browned and tender.
  5. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour over the mushrooms and stir to coat evenly, cooking for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Mix in 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme leaves and allow to release their oils.
  7. Slowly pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth, stirring continuously, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer for about 15 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before blending until smooth.
  9. Return the blended soup to the pot over low heat and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream.
  10. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  11. Warm the soup gently over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  12. Garnish each bowl with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftover soup in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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