Description
Indulge in the warmth of our creamy mushroom soup, a perfect dish for chilly days. This rich and savory delight combines tender cremini mushrooms with fragrant herbs and a velvety broth, creating a comforting bowl that warms both the heart and the soul. Garnished with fresh parsley and a hint of black pepper, each spoonful promises a delightful experience. Whether enjoyed as a starter or a main course, this mushroom soup is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced yellow onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Stir in the sliced cremini mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have released their liquid and are softened and lightly browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the mushrooms and onions. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth, pouring slowly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, and cook until the soup has slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Heat through for 2-3 minutes, being careful not to boil after adding the cream.
- Ladle the hot mushroom soup into serving bowls. Garnish each serving with fresh chopped parsley and an additional sprinkle of ground black pepper, as desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg