Mushroom Soup Recipe

This mushroom soup recipe is rich, creamy, and full of deep, earthy flavor. Slowly cooking the mushrooms brings out their natural richness, while fresh thyme, garlic, and cream create a smooth and comforting soup. It works well as a starter or a warm, satisfying meal on its own. Explore more delicious recipes like Mushroom Soup Recipe on our website.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 2 (16 ounce) packages sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth, or more to taste
• 1 cup water, or more to taste
• 6 sprigs fresh thyme, tied together
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves for garnish

Directions

• Melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium-high heat.
• Add mushrooms and a pinch of salt, cooking until the mushrooms release their juices.
• Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking until the liquid evaporates and the mushrooms turn golden and caramelized.
• Set aside a few mushroom slices for garnish if desired.
• Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent.
• Stir in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes to remove the raw taste.
• Add chicken broth, water, thyme bundle, and garlic cloves, then simmer on low heat for 1 hour.
• Remove and discard the thyme bundle.
• Blend the soup in batches until smooth and creamy.
• Return the soup to the pot, stir in the cream, and adjust thickness with broth or water if needed.
• Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
• Serve hot and garnish with reserved mushrooms and fresh thyme leaves.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings