Description
A creamy and comforting homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup made with fresh mushrooms, butter, onions, and half-and-half cream. This recipe creates a rich, flavorful soup perfect as a starter or a cozy meal, ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Soup Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
- 1 cup half-and-half cream
- Chopped chives, optional
Instructions
- Saute the mushrooms and onions: In a large saucepan, heat the butter over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and chopped onion and cook until they are tender and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Avoid rinsing mushrooms under running water before cooking to preserve their texture and flavor.
- Add flour, seasoning, and broth: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, and one can of chicken broth until you have a smooth mixture. Stir this mixture into the sautéed mushroom and onion mixture. Then add the remaining can of chicken broth. Bring the soup to a boil and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
- Make it creamy: Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the half-and-half cream. Let the soup simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to blend and the soup to thicken further.
- Serve: Optionally, garnish with chopped chives before serving for a fresh, subtle onion flavor and added color.
Notes
- Do not rinse mushrooms under running water before sautéing; wipe them clean with a damp cloth instead to prevent sogginess.
- You can substitute half-and-half with heavy cream or whole milk for variations in richness.
- Shrinking the amount of salt may be necessary depending on your broth’s sodium content.
- The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently to avoid curdling.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
