Creamy mushroom soup is really much easier than you think. It’s also nice to know exactly what is in this soup since you are making it in your own kitchen! Go take a look at your canned mushroom soup ingredients…cringe? Once you try this easy and tasty recipe- you will not be buying cans again! So go ahead, buy those fresh tasty mushrooms you’ve been eyeing! 

I use baby bella mushrooms because they have such a rich hearty flavor. Mushrooms are an excellent source of nutrients; they are the only fruit or vegetable source of vitamin D, are high in B vitamins which boost metabolism, are high in antioxidants, and also offer a significant amount of selenium which helps the body develop red blood cells. Check out this helpful WebMD source for more details about mushroom’s health benefits. 

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Cream of Mushroom

2013-11-25 12:12:05

Serves 5

A deliciously velvety cream of mushroom soup perfect for a cold winter night! Also the perfect base for a homemade green bean casserole!

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Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

25 min

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

25 min

Ingredients

1. 1 1/2 c chopped baby bella mushrooms
2. 1/2 c onion, diced
3. 1 tbsp garlic, minced
4. 4 sprigs of fresh thyme
5. 1/4 tsp of nutmeg
6. 1/4 tsp all spice or pumpkin spice
7. 1/2 c chicken or vegetable stock
8. 1/4 c flour
9. 1/3 c cream
10. 1/2 c milk
11. salt and pepper to taste
12. 3 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. In a large pot, sauté the onions over medium high heat until they are soft. Add the mushrooms and garlic and 1/2 tsp of salt. Sauté until mushrooms are soft. Scoop out half of the mushrooms and reserve.
2. Add the thyme by rubbing the leaves off of the sprig, the nutmeg, and pumpkin spice.
3. Turn the heat down to medium-low. In the center of the pot, add the butter and the flour and stir into a paste. Add the broth immediately after and stir continuously until creamy.
4. Turn the heat down to low. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup mixture until smooth. Add the milk, reserved mushrooms, and the cream and stir. Once the soup comes to a simmer, turn down to low and cook for 5 more minutes.
5. Serve with croutons, a crust of bread, or crackers and enjoy!

Notes

1. This soup is an excellent base for many casseroles including the traditional green bean casserole!

By Noha ElSharkawy

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