Description
This Best Mushroom Soup recipe features fresh cremini mushrooms cooked in a rich and creamy broth, seasoned with thyme and rosemary. A comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any season, it can be served smooth or chunky and garnished with fresh herbs and toasted bread.
Ingredients
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Mushroom Soup Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh)
- 1 tsp dried rosemary (or 2 tsp fresh)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional Garnishes
- Chopped fresh parsley or rosemary for garnish
- Toasted bread or garlic croutons for serving
Instructions
- Sauté the Onions: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until soft and translucent, allowing the natural sweetness to develop.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced cremini mushrooms to the pot and sauté for 8–10 minutes until they are browned and tender, releasing their rich flavor.
- Season: Sprinkle in thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 1–2 minutes to toast the herbs and blend the seasoning.
- Add Flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the mushroom mixture and stir continuously for 1 minute to coat everything evenly and begin to thicken the soup.
- Deglaze and Simmer: Slowly pour in the broth while scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes so the flavors meld and the soup thickens.
- Blend (Optional): For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to blend the soup partially or fully. Leave some chunks for a rustic style if preferred.
- Add Cream: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Let the soup simmer gently for 2–3 minutes to heat through and enrich the flavor.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and toasted bread or garlic croutons if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute cremini mushrooms with button mushrooms or a mix of wild mushrooms for varied flavor.
- Use vegetable broth to keep the soup vegetarian or chicken broth for more depth.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk, adjusting taste accordingly.
- Leftover soup freezes well; thaw and reheat gently before serving.
- If using fresh herbs, add them at the end of cooking to preserve their flavor.
