Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Introduction
There’s nothing like a bowl of Decadent and Creamy Mushroom Soup to warm you up on a cool day. This rich, velvety soup is not only delicious but also quick to prepare and perfect for cozy days indoors.
Why Make This Recipe
This simple yet sophisticated soup is bound to impress your taste buds with its delicious combination of ingredients. The blend of fresh mushrooms, chopped onions, minced garlic, and heavy cream, gives this soup an exquisite combination of flavors.
How to Make Decadent and Creamy Mushroom Soup
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped finely
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 pound (450g) mixed mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Directions:
Start by heating olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sautéing until the onions become translucent.
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and thyme, and saute until the mushrooms turn golden brown. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 15 minutes.
Reduce the heat and stir in the cream. Warm it through without allowing it to boil for another 5 minutes.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it is smooth. Alternatively, you can cautiously blend it in batches in a standard blender.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
The soup is ready to serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Indulge in this creamy, flavorful mushroom soup and let its comforting aroma fill your home.
How to Serve Decadent and Creamy Mushroom Soup
Serve this soup hot, ideally with a side of crusty bread for dipping. You can also garnish it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for that added pop of colour and freshness.
How to Store Decadent and Creamy Mushroom Soup
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, slowly warm the soup on the stovetop.
Tips to Make Decadent and Creamy Mushroom Soup
Ensure to saute the onions until they become translucent as this helps to build more flavor.
Choose a mixture of different mushrooms to give your soup a variety of flavors and textures.
For a smoother soup, blend it for longer. If you prefer a chunkier soup, decrease the blending time.
Variation (If Any)
For a vegan option, replace the heavy cream with coconut milk.
FAQs
1. Can I use only one type of mushroom for this soup?
Yes, you can. But using a mix of different mushrooms gives the soup a deeper and more complex flavor.
2. What can I use as a substitute for heavy cream?
You can use half and half, whole milk, or for a dairy-free version, use coconut milk.
3. How can I thicken my soup if it’s too thin?
You can add a mixture of cornstarch and water (a cornstarch slurry) to your soup and simmer it for a few minutes until it thickens.