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Creamy Mushroom Soup – Rich, Comforting & Easy to Make

This Creamy Mushroom Soup is the ultimate cozy comfort food! 🍄🥣 Made with tender mushrooms, garlic, herbs, and a velvety cream base, it’s rich, flavorful, and perfect for chilly nights. Serve with crusty bread for a satisfying weeknight dinner or elegant starter. A simple, homemade soup recipe that feels gourmet but is so easy to make!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main (with bread/salad), Soup, Starter
Cuisine European comfort food, French-inspired, Modern global
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Blender or immersion blender
  • Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb (450 g) mushrooms (cremini, button, or mix), sliced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
  • ½ cup dry white wine (optional, or extra broth)
  • 4 cups chicken, vegetable, or mushroom stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half / coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
  • Reserved sautéed mushrooms (optional garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Heat butter or oil in a heavy pot. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  • Add mushrooms and thyme. Cook until golden brown (about 8–10 minutes).
  • Deglaze with white wine, scraping up browned bits. Let simmer 2 minutes.
  • Stir in flour (if using), then gradually add stock. Simmer 15–20 minutes.
  • Blend with immersion blender until smooth (or blend in batches). For a rustic version, only blend half.
  • Stir in cream off-heat. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if desired.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and sautéed mushrooms.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Soup base (without cream) can be made 2 days in advance; add cream before serving.
  • Vegan Version: Use coconut milk or cashew cream, and veggie stock.
  • Texture Tip: Reserve a handful of mushrooms to sauté separately and add on top for garnish.
  • Freezer-Friendly: Freeze without cream for up to 2 months; stir in cream when reheating.
  • Pairing Idea: Serve with garlic bread, salad, or a grilled cheese for a cozy meal.
Keyword Creamy mushroom soup, French mushroom soup, homemade mushroom soup, mushroom bisque, vegetarian soup recipe