Creamy Mushroom Soup

What you'll need

• 3 tablespoonsbutter
• 1.5 lbssliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
• 1/2yellow onion, diced
• 2 clovesgarlic, minced
• 3 tablespoonsflour
• 3 cupsvegetable or chicken broth
• 1/2 cupheavy cream
• to taste salt, black pepper, thyme

Let's cook

1. 1Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the mushrooms and onion for 8-10 minutes, until softened and browned.
2. 2Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. 3Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. 4Gradually whisk in the broth, then bring to a simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. 5Blend part of the soup with an immersion blender for a thicker texture, leaving some mushroom pieces whole, if desired.
6. 6Stir in the cream, season with salt, pepper, and thyme, and serve hot.