Cream of Mushroom Soup

Cream of Mushroom Soup is a rich and velvety American classic that combines earthy mushrooms with a creamy base, making it a comforting and satisfying dish. Perfect for a cozy meal, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Fresh mushrooms - 200 grams, sliced
• Butter - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• All-purpose flour - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Heavy cream - 100 milliliters
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are softened and browned.
4. Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well to combine, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
5. Gradually pour in the vegetable broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
6. Add the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
7. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer to a blender and purée in batches.
8. Return the soup to the pot over low heat, stir in the heavy cream, and warm through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Mushrooms are low in calories and provide important nutrients like B vitamins and antioxidants.
• The use of olive oil and butter offers healthy fats that support heart health.

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