Description
Cream of Mushroom Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that brings warmth and flavor to any table. Perfect for chilly evenings or as an elegant starter, this homemade version is crafted with fresh mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and a touch of wine for depth. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, it’s a delicious alternative to store-bought soups, allowing you to savor wholesome ingredients without preservatives. Whether enjoyed on its own or used as a base for casseroles and pasta dishes, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 2 cups onions (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ½ pounds brown mushrooms (sliced)
- 4 teaspoons chopped thyme
- ½ cup Marsala wine
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, melt butter with oil. Sauté diced onions for 2-3 minutes until softened; add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and thyme; cook until mushrooms soften (about 5 minutes). Add Marsala wine and simmer for an additional 3 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stirring well; cook for 2 minutes before adding chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and season with salt, pepper, and crumbled bouillon cubes.
- Cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
- Reduce heat to low; gently stir in heavy cream. Adjust seasonings if needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and thyme.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg