Creamy Mushroom Soup on a plate

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Creamy Mushroom Soup

This creamy mushroom soup is rich and earthy, made from sautéed mushrooms blended into a silky broth, ready in about 30 minutes.

10Prep min
20Cook min
30Total min
  • 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
  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.

Make it yours

  • Add a splash of sherry while sautéing the mushrooms.
  • Use a mix of wild mushrooms for extra depth.
  • Top with crispy fried onions.

Good with

  • Crusty bread
  • A simple green salad
  • Grilled cheese for dipping

Good questions, answered.

Can I make this soup vegan?

Yes, use olive oil instead of butter, a plant-based cream, and vegetable broth.

Should I blend the whole soup?

It's a matter of preference; blending partially keeps some texture while blending fully gives a smooth, velvety soup.