Description
A rich and velvety mushroom soup featuring deeply browned fungi and a silky cream finish. A sophisticated yet comforting bowl of umami goodness.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb mushrooms, sliced (Cremini or Button)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add mushrooms and sauté without stirring for 3-5 minutes until browned, then stir and cook until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and fresh thyme; cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
- Sprinkle in flour and stir constantly for 2 minutes to cook the flour.
- Gradually pour in broth while stirring to prevent lumps and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Heat through without boiling.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: European