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Cozy Mushroom Soup Recipe

Creamy Mushroom Soup


  • Author: Ava Mack
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Mushroom soup is a warm embrace in a bowl, offering rich, earthy flavors and creamy goodness that’s perfect for chilly days. This easy-to-make recipe features sautéed mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and a velvety texture that will delight your taste buds. Whether enjoyed as a comforting main dish or an elegant starter, this mushroom soup is sure to create lasting memories around the table with family and friends.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Clean and slice the mushrooms. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add onion; cook until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced mushrooms; sauté for 8–10 minutes until they release moisture and brown.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a simmer for 15–20 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Blend mixture until smooth using an immersion blender (or in batches). Adjust consistency to your liking.
  6. Stir in cream and season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Heat gently without boiling.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: - For varied flavors, experiment with different mushrooms like shiitake or portobello. - Add a splash of white wine during sautéing for extra depth.