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Bertha Jones

Creamy Mushroom Soup

A velvety and savory mushroom soup that's simple yet elegant, perfect for comforting weeknights or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mushrooms
  • 8 oz Fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 8-10 oz Fresh crimini mushrooms, sliced
Base Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons Butter (or olive oil for dairy-free)
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup Dry sherry (substitute dry white wine or extra broth)
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth (or chicken broth if not vegetarian)
  • 1-2 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves, plus sprigs to garnish
Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup Heavy cream (or canned coconut milk for a dairy-free version)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat and melt the butter until foaming.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Toss in the sliced shiitake and crimini mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they release moisture and start to brown, about 8–10 minutes.
  4. Pour in the sherry and let it simmer for 1–2 minutes to reduce and deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.
  5. Add the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5–7 minutes to let flavors meld.
  6. Stir in the fresh thyme leaves, and season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust.
Blending and Finishing
  1. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, blend in batches using a countertop blender and return to the pot.
  2. Stir in the heavy cream and warm through without boiling. Re-check seasoning and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve the soup warm, garnished with extra thyme or a drizzle of cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

If you're short on shiitake, use more crimini or rehydrate a few porcini mushrooms to add depth. For a spicier spin, consider smoked paprika or soy sauce. This soup is forgiving and can be adjusted for personal tastes.

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