Cream of Mushroom Soup Recipe
A rich, creamy, and flavorful homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup made with fresh mushrooms, cream, and seasonings—perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 250 gram fresh mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture.
- Sprinkle all-purpose flour and mix well for a minute to remove the raw taste.
- Gradually pour in the broth while stirring to prevent lumps.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
- Lower the heat and add heavy cream, stirring well to combine.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and thyme. Let it cook for another 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
For a smoother texture, blend the soup using an immersion blender before adding cream.