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Creamy Mushroom Soup with Thyme

This Creamy Mushroom Soup with Thyme is a rich and comforting dish packed with deep umami flavors from sautéed mushrooms, onions, and garlic. Infused with the earthy aroma of fresh thyme and finished with a touch of cream, this soup is velvety smooth and perfect for cozy dinners. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal. This homemade version is far superior to any canned soup, offering a restaurant-quality experience at home!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine Comfort Food, French
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 320 kcal

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 22g

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Soup

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 500 g mixed mushrooms (button, cremini, or wild), sliced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme or 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp flour or cornstarch for gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce optional, for deeper flavor
Creamy Mushroom Soup with Thyme

Instructions
 

Sautéing the Aromatics

  • Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

Cooking the Mushrooms

  • Add sliced mushrooms, salt, black pepper, thyme, and nutmeg.
  • Cook for 8-10 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture and turn golden brown.

Thickening the Soup

  • Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir well.
  • Gradually pour in the milk while stirring continuously.

Final Steps

  • Pour in the broth and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir in the heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce.
Keyword Comfort Food, Creamy soup, Homemade soup, Mushroom soup, Winter recipe
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