THICK & CREAMY HOMEMADE CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP

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I was surprised to learn how many of my friends had never tried fresh, homemade creamy mushroom soup. You can literally make it in the same amount time that you can open a can of the same. It's a wonderful comfort food that you should try at least once. There's nothing hard or complicated about it and tastes so incredible...

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Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz. fresh, white button mushrooms, cleaned and sliced thinly (factory sliced mushrooms not recommended)
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves of garlic, minced
4 tb. butter, divided
3 tb. flour
2 cups chicken broth or stock
1 cup half & half
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
parsley flakes
freshly grated nutmeg, optional
*CHOOSE YOUR OWN VARIATION BELOW IN DIRECTIONS SECTION*

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium soup kettle, melt 3 TB. butter. Saute sliced mushrooms and onion until soft. Add minced garlic and saute for 1 more minute. Melt last TB. of butter in with mushroom mixture and add 3 TB. flour. Cook, stirring gently to coat, for 1 more minute.
  • 2. Add chicken broth, then simmer and stir until bubbly and thickened. Add half & half, parsley (if using) and salt and pepper. Heat on medium-low to heat through. Do not boil once you have added the half & half or it will separate. Check and adjust salt and pepper at end as some broths and stocks are saltier than others.
  • 3. Ladle into bowls and add a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg, if desired.
  • 4. ~FOR SWISS MUSHROOM SOUP~ Butter thick slices of French bread and sprinkle with garlic powder. Place under broiler to toast adding thick slices of Swiss cheese during last minute. Top hot bowls of soup with the cheesy garlic toast.
  • 5. ~FOR MUSHROOM SPINACH SOUP~ Add a few handfuls of fresh, chopped spinach (stems removed) during last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • 6. ~FOR BACON MUSHROOM SOUP~` Cook 1 1/2 " pieces of Maple Peppered bacon until just crisp. Drain and add to bowls of soup with chunky garlic croutons.

Sana Sikanadr
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I'm not a huge fan of cream of mushroom soup but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Lance Foster
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This soup is the best! It's so creamy and flavorful. I always make a big batch and freeze it so I can have it on hand for busy weeknights.


Nadeem Abas
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This soup is a bit bland. I think I'll add more salt and pepper next time.


Special Cell
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This soup is delicious! I love the creamy texture and the rich flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Saif Arman
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I also like to add a cup of cooked rice or pasta to make it a more hearty meal.


Malik Haseb
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I'm not a big fan of mushrooms but I really enjoyed this soup. It's creamy and flavorful without being too mushroomy.


TULO Tv Entertainment
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This soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter day. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Simphiwe Nompumelelo
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it reheats well.


Esperanza Barragan
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. I also like to add a handful of chopped fresh herbs, such as thyme or rosemary.


emilia schivute
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This soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I think I'll add more broth next time. Otherwise, it was very flavorful and delicious.


Safa Nabavi Noori
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit with my family. They love the creamy texture and the rich flavor. I usually serve it with a side of grilled cheese sandwiches.


Roger Fee
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, creamy, and filling. I love to serve it with a crusty bread or a salad.


Zaahir Hoosen
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I'm not a huge fan of mushrooms but I really enjoyed this soup. It's creamy and flavorful without being too heavy. I will definitely be making this again.


Bothwell Mabvarume
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that I can use fresh or canned mushrooms. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


NR Nurul Islam
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I was really excited to try this recipe but I was disappointed. The soup was bland and lacked flavor. I think I'll stick to my old cream of mushroom soup recipe.


Abdul samad Badol Badol
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This soup was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Eda'o
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This was my first time making cream of mushroom soup and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I loved the addition of the white wine. It really added a nice depth of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Heather Marie Burkes
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit! My family loves it. It's so creamy and flavorful. I usually serve it with a grilled cheese sandwich or a salad. Yum!


Hailey Garcia
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This cream of mushroom soup is AMAZING! I was craving comfort food and this hit the spot perfectly. It's thick, creamy, and packed with flavor. I used fresh mushrooms and they added such a depth of flavor. I also love that this soup is so easy to mak