Description
This Creamy Mushroom Soup is a comforting and rich recipe that combines sautéed baby bella mushrooms, garlic, and a smooth roux-based broth enhanced with vegetable broth, soy sauce, and thyme. Finished with heavy cream, it offers a luscious texture perfect for a warm meal, served best with crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms and Aromatics
- 1 lb. baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch salt & pepper
Roux
- 4 Tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Soup Base
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1/8 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Mushrooms: Wash the baby bella mushrooms thoroughly and slice them evenly. Mince the garlic cloves finely to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until the mushrooms turn dark brown and release their flavor. Then add the minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
- Make Roux: Push the mushroom mixture to the side of the pot or remove briefly. Add butter to the pot and let it melt. Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook this mixture until it achieves a golden brown color, indicating the flour is properly cooked.
- Add Broth: Gradually pour in the vegetable broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Stir in the soy sauce and dried thyme, then bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Let it cook until the soup slightly thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
- Finish Soup: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream to add richness and creaminess. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve the hot soup immediately, ideally with fresh bread for dipping.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or a plant-based cream substitute.
- Use fresh thyme instead of dried for a more pronounced herbal flavor.
- The soup can be blended for a smoother texture if preferred.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently to avoid curdling the cream.
- Adding a splash of white wine during the sauté step can enhance the depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
