Cream of Mushroom Soup
A heart and delicious cream of mushroom soup that will brighten up your day
10m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
6
Servings
Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 teaspoon chopped thyme leaves
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
Step 1
In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter has melted.
Step 2
Add the onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes
Step 3
Add garlic, mushrooms, thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender
Step 4
Add vegetable broth and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in heavy cream and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 6
Turn off the heat, let the soup cool for a few minutes then puree it with an immersion blender, or in batches with a regular blender.
Step 7
Adjust seasoning to taste, then serve.