Crema de Champiñones

Crema de Champiñones is a rich and velvety mushroom cream soup that embodies the flavors of Spain, perfect for a cozy dinner. This vegetarian dish is both comforting and elegant, making it a delightful addition to any meal.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Mushrooms (button or cremini) - 300 grams, sliced
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Heavy cream - 100 milliliters
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped shallots and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are tender and browned, approximately 8-10 minutes.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes.
5. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. (Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches.)
6. Return the blended soup to the saucepan, stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Heat the soup gently until warmed through, then serve in bowls garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Mushrooms are rich in antioxidants and essential vitamins.
• Olive oil contains healthy fats that can support heart health.

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