Description
This Creamy Garlic Mushroom Soup is the ultimate cozy treat! 🧄🍂 Made with caramelized crimini & shiitake mushrooms, blended to perfection for a silky, rich texture. Serve with crusty bread & enjoy!
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound crimini mushrooms, sliced
4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and sliced
1 large onion, chopped
1 leek, white part only, sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups vegetable stock
1 cup heavy cream (or cashew cream/coconut milk for vegan option)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
Optional: Drizzle of truffle oil for serving
Instructions
- Caramelize the Mushrooms and Aromatics: Heat the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, onions, and leeks. Stir occasionally, allowing them to slowly caramelize for about 15-20 minutes. Add the minced garlic during the last 5 minutes of cooking to avoid burning.
- Build the Soup Base: Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add salt and pepper to taste. If using heavy cream, stir it in at this stage.
- Blend Until Smooth: Carefully transfer the soup to a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth. Return it to the pot and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh thyme leaves, and drizzle with truffle oil if desired. Pair with toasted or crusty bread for the perfect meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230Kcal
- Sodium: ~600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g