Description
Rich, creamy Cream of Mushroom Soup with earthy mushrooms, garlic, and herbs. Perfect comfort food for lunch, dinner, or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound mushrooms, sliced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
1 teaspoon thyme
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
2. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5–7 minutes.
3. Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
4. Gradually add broth, stirring constantly until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Stir in heavy cream and thyme. Simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Optionally blend partially or fully for a smoother texture using an immersion or standard blender.
7. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze in portions for up to 2 months. Reheat gently with a splash of broth to maintain creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sauté & Simmer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg