Cream of Mushroom Soup
A rich, velvety, and deeply savory soup that highlights the earthy flavor of fresh mushrooms in a creamy base.
Ingredients
- •1.5 lbs (700g) cremini or button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
- •3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- •1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- •4 cups (1 liter) vegetable broth
- •1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- •1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and turn golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Add the diced onion and cook for another 5 minutes until softened, then stir in the garlic and thyme for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- 5
Slowly pour in the vegetable broth while whisking or stirring to prevent lumps from forming.
- 6
Bring the soup to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7
Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the soup is slightly thickened and heated through.
- 8
Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to pulse the soup a few times, leaving some mushroom chunks for texture.
- To make this recipe pareve, substitute the butter with olive oil and the heavy cream with full-fat canned coconut milk or a high-quality soy-based cooking cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of broth if it has thickened too much.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished soup should be thick, creamy, and fragrant with a deep, earthy mushroom aroma and a balanced, savory flavor.