Description
Creamy Mushroom Delight is a rich and comforting soup featuring sautéed fresh mushrooms and onions, simmered in a flavorful broth, thickened with flour, and enriched with creamy heavy cream. Perfect for a cozy meal, this dish combines earthy mushroom flavors with aromatic thyme and a smooth, velvety texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Mushrooms
- 1 lb fresh mushrooms (button, cremini, or a mix), sliced
Thickening and Liquids
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, stirring occasionally until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Add Flour and Cook: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the cooked mushrooms and vegetables. Stir well to combine and cook for about 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste and slightly thicken the mixture.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Gradually pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, stirring continuously to blend the flour evenly. Add the thyme leaves and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, so the flavors meld and the soup thickens slightly.
- Add Cream and Season: Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half, then season with salt and pepper to your taste. Heat gently until warmed through, about 3-4 minutes, but do not boil to prevent curdling.
- Blend (Optional): For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to partially or fully blend the soup right in the pot. Alternatively, transfer batches into a countertop blender and puree until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread or as a starter to your meal.
Notes
- Use a mix of mushrooms like cremini and button for deeper flavor.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Adjust thickness by increasing or decreasing the amount of flour or broth.
- Blending the soup is optional; leaving it chunky gives a rustic texture.
- Fresh thyme provides a brighter flavor compared to dried thyme.
- This soup can be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- To reheat, warm gently over low heat to prevent curdling of the cream.
