Chef John’s Creamy Mushroom Soup: Easy Comfort for Home Cooks
Enjoy a warm bowl of Chef John’s Creamy Mushroom Soup, perfect for a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onions and garlic, sautéing until soft.
- Stir in the mushrooms and cook until they begin to brown.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the heavy cream, salt, and pepper, stirring well.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, then blend until smooth if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
- This soup can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg