Easy Mushroom Soup Recipe – A Creamy and Comforting Delight

Mushroom soup is a rich, creamy, and hearty dish that’s perfect as a starter or a light meal. Bursting with earthy flavors, this soup is quick to make and ideal for cozy evenings.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 250g mushrooms, sliced/chopped
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 cups vegetable or chicken stock
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh parsley or coriander, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Sauté the Aromatics

1. Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

2. Cook the Mushrooms

1. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are soft and golden brown.

3. Thicken the Soup

1. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the mushrooms and mix well to coat them evenly.
2. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw taste of the flour.

4. Add the Stock

1. Gradually pour in the vegetable or chicken stock while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
2. Add black pepper and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10-12 minutes.

5. Blend the Soup

1. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer half the mixture to a blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot and mix it well.

6. Add Cream

1. Stir in the heavy cream and heat gently for 2-3 minutes. Avoid boiling after adding cream to maintain the texture.

7. Serve

1. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or coriander. Serve hot with crusty bread or croutons.

Tips

• For a chunkier texture, reserve some sautéed mushrooms and add them back after blending.
• Use a mix of mushroom varieties, like cremini, button, or shiitake, for enhanced flavor.
• Adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more or less stock.

Nutrition Chart for Mushroom Soup (per serving, approximately 4 servings)

• Calories —————— 150 kcal
• Total Fat —————— 9 g
• Cholesterol ————— 25 mg
• Sodium ——————– 400 mg
• Total Carbohydrates — 12 g
• Protein ——————— 5 g
• Sugar ———————— 3 g
• Fiber ———————— 2 g

Note: These values are approximate and may vary depending on the ingredients used and portion size.