The Coziest Classic Creamy Mushroom Soup Recipe Ever Made
Mushroom lovers find pure comfort in this classic creamy mushroom soup that whispers warmth with every spoonful.
Earthy aromas drift through kitchens, promising rich culinary memories.
Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a velvety texture that feels like a gentle embrace.
Generations have cherished this simple yet sophisticated recipe, passing down techniques that celebrate humble ingredients.
Delicate cremini and robust porcini mushrooms dance together, infusing deep, complex flavors into each creamy bite.
Subtle herbs and a splash of white wine elevate this soup from ordinary to extraordinary.
You’ll want to savor every luxurious moment of this soul-satisfying dish that connects tradition with contemporary cooking.
Classic Creamy Mushroom Soup: What You Need to Know
Ingredients for a Silky Mushroom Soup
Main Ingredients:Aromatics and Seasonings:Cooking Ingredients:How to Make Creamy Mushroom Soup from Scratch
Step 1: Awaken the Aromatics
In a spacious pot, melt butter over medium warmth.
Softly sauté onions and garlic until they become translucent and release their sweet fragrance, dancing around the pot for about 5 minutes.
Step 2: Introduce the Mushrooms
Slide sliced mushrooms into the pot, letting them sizzle and caramelize.
Stir occasionally, allowing the mushrooms to release their rich moisture and transform into golden, tender morsels (around 8 minutes).
Step 3: Build the Liquid Foundation
Pour vegetable broth into the pot, sprinkling in thyme, salt, and pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce to a soothing simmer.
Let the flavors mingle and develop for 10 minutes.
Step 4: Transform into Silky Smoothness
Grab an immersion blender and glide it through the soup, transforming the chunky mixture into a luxurious, creamy texture.
If using a countertop blender, carefully transfer the soup in batches, blending until perfectly smooth.
Step 5: Enrich with Cream
Swirl heavy cream into the soup, gently heating for an additional 5 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasonings, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors.
Step 6: Present with Flair
Ladle the soup into warm bowls.
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FAQs
White button, cremini, or a mix of wild mushrooms like shiitake and porcini are perfect. They provide rich, deep flavor and create a delicious creamy texture.
Yes, simply use vegetable broth instead of any meat-based broth. The recipe is already vegetarian-friendly with the current ingredients.
No, you can use a regular countertop blender. Just blend the soup in small batches carefully, ensuring the lid is secure to prevent hot soup from splashing.
Replace heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for fewer calories. You can also add extra vegetables like celery or carrots for more nutrition.
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Classic Creamy Mushroom Soup Recipe
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Comforting classic creamy mushroom soup delivers rich earthy flavors that dance across your palate with silky smoothness. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, promising warmth and satisfaction in each spoonful you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) vegetable broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking Fat:
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Initiate the flavor foundation by melting butter in a large pot over medium heat (around 325°F). Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until they become translucent and fragrant, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Introduce sliced mushrooms to the pot, allowing them to release natural moisture and caramelize. Stir intermittently until mushrooms turn golden brown and develop a rich, deep color, about 7-8 minutes.
- Pour vegetable broth into the pot, incorporating fresh thyme, salt, and ground black pepper. Elevate temperature to bring liquid to a gentle boil, then immediately reduce to a low simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- Transform the soup’s texture using an immersion blender, creating a smooth and velvety consistency. If an immersion blender is unavailable, carefully transfer small batches to a standard blender, processing until uniformly creamy.
- Enrich the soup by slowly stirring heavy cream into the mixture. Gently warm the soup for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and cream to integrate seamlessly.
- Taste and fine-tune seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Serve piping hot in individual bowls, optionally garnishing with fresh chopped herbs or a delicate cream drizzle.
Notes
- Choose wild or mixed mushrooms like shiitake, cremini, or porcini for deeper, more complex flavor profiles.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream to create a vegan-friendly version that maintains rich, creamy texture.
- Toast dried mushrooms before adding to enhance umami and develop more intense earthy undertones.
- Use low-sodium vegetable broth to control salt levels and allow more precise seasoning during cooking process.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Jack Sullivan
Founder & Culinary Storyteller
Expertise
Single-recipe development with a narrative approach, Culinary storytelling and food history, Seasonal and regional ingredient utilization, Home cooking techniques adapted for modern kitchens
Education
New England Culinary Institute (Montpelier, VT)
Certificate in Culinary Arts
Focused on farm-to-table cooking, sustainable practices, and modern plating techniques.
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Associate Degree in Culinary Arts
Emphasized Southern Appalachian cuisine and local ingredient sourcing.
Jack grew up surrounded by smoky skillets and handwritten recipes in the mountains of North Carolina. His roots in Appalachian cooking shaped the way he sees food – as something that connects people, tells a story, and holds meaning.
With hands-on training and a background in sustainable, regional cooking, Jack started Boil And Broil to make meaningful meals more accessible. He’s all about one-dish recipes that are simple to follow but rich with flavor and history.