It’s the Cream of Mushroom Soup recipe you’ve been waiting for! This velvety, comforting soup is surprisingly easy to make. From start to finish, you’ll have a hot bowl of vegetarian soup in less than an hour. Once you’ve tried it, you’ll see why I prefer to make my cream of mushroom soup from scratch. You’ll never go back to the can again!
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What is Cream of Mushroom Soup?
Cream of Mushroom Soup is instantly recognizable to most Americans as a vital ingredient in casseroles and hotdishes, particularly the Thanksgiving favorite, Green Bean Casserole. This white soup known for its velvety consistency and earthy flavor. But it seems that the flavorful Cream of Mushroom Soup originated not as a soup, but as a sauce.
France’s prized Béchamel sauce seems to be the great granddaddy of Cream of Mushroom Soup. Both utilize roux and cream to increase viscosity, but the sauce is notably thicker than the soup. If you’re looking for a mushroom cream sauce, try reducing the liquid in this recipe and you’ll find yourself with a thick, creamy sauce that is lovely over vegetables or chicken.
Can I Make Substitutions?
Of course!
- Use chicken broth in place of vegetable for a more robust taste.
- Try shallots or leeks instead of onion to bring out the sweetness in this soup.
- For an earthier soup, use chanterelle, hedgehog, or King Oyster mushrooms.
- For a milder flavor, use white button mushrooms, baby bellas, or shiitakes.
- Always remember to season according to your tastes. This recipe is low in salt, so you may need more.
Are There Any Health Benefits to Cream of Mushroom Soup?
Mushrooms are loaded with health benefits! Cream of Mushroom Soup is one way to get plenty of these benefits:
- Mushrooms contain Vitamin D – the vitamin you normally get from sunlight. Vitamin D assists with cell growth, boosts immune function and reduces inflammation. Make a pot of cream of mushroom soup during the winter and to experience the benefits of sunshine.
- Mushrooms also contain selenium, which helps your body make antioxidants that prevent cell damage.
- Mushrooms assist in promoting gut health by stimulating the growth of healthy bacteria in the colon.
- Research has shown that incorporating mushrooms into your daily diet can reduce the risk of cancer by as much as 45%.
- Mushrooms help reduce cholesterol by inhibiting the production of cholesterol, blocking cholesterol from being absorbed, and lowering overall cholesterol in your blood.
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Difficulty: Easy4
servings5
minutes45
minutes50
minutesThis creamy soup is comforting on a cold day and has many health benefits.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
8 oz sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- Melt butter in a large pot. Sauté mushrooms and onions in butter until soft but not browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add flour and stir to make a roux that clings to the vegetables.
- Add broth slowly, about 1/2 cup at a time, whisking to incorporate flour after each addition.
- Cook, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened and bubbly, about 10 minutes .
- Add cream, salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Heat thoroughly, but do not boil.
Notes
- Remember to season this soup according to your tastes.
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