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Healthy Cream of Mushroom Soup
Ingredients
- 2 ½ lbcleaned and sliced fresh mixed mushrooms
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 2 tbspunsalted butter
- 1 ¼ tspkosher salt
- ½ tspblack pepper
- ½ cchopped shallots
from 2 medium shallots
- ½ cchopped scallions
from 2 medium scallions
- 3 tbspall-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cunsalted vegetable stock
- 2 ½ cwhole milk
- 2 tbspchopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1 tbspchopped fresh tarragon
Directions
- 1
Roughly chop mushrooms. Add oil and butter to a large, heavy pot and cook over medium-high until butter melts. Add mushrooms, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring often, until mushrooms are deeply browned and most of the moisture has evaporated, 8 to 10 minutes.
- 2
Add shallots and scallions; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add flour and stir to combine. Add stock and milk, stirring and scraping to loosen any browned bits from bottom of pot. Let mixture come to a low boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until broth thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer half of mixture to a countertop blender. Secure lid on blender and remove center piece to allow steam to escape. Place a clean towel over opening and process until almost smooth; return to pot. Or use an immersion blender to pulse the soup until somewhat blended but some whole pieces of mushroom are still visible. Stir in parsley and tarragon; serve hot.
Healthy Cream of Mushroom Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply satisfying, creamy bowl of mushroom soup that won't weigh you down? This Healthy Cream of Mushroom Soup delivers on all fronts, offering incredible flavor and comforting warmth in just 30 minutes.
Why This Soup Works
This recipe masterfully balances richness with a light, fresh feel. The secret lies in a generous base of 2.5 pounds of fresh mixed mushrooms, which provide a robust, earthy foundation. By building flavor with sautéed shallots, scallions, and a classic roux, followed by unsalted vegetable stock and whole milk, you achieve a beautifully thick, velvety texture without excessive cream.
What to Expect
Prepare for a truly inviting soup experience. Each spoonful of this Healthy Cream of Mushroom Soup is a symphony of earthy mushroom flavor, complemented by the delicate sweetness of shallots and the subtle oniony bite of scallions. The texture is wonderfully creamy, yet you'll still enjoy the satisfying bite and rustic charm of the sliced mushrooms. It's a comforting, savory bowl that feels both indulgent and nourishing, perfect for a cozy evening meal.
Customization & Attributes
This Healthy Cream of Mushroom Soup is a naturally vegetarian dish, making it a fantastic option for various diets. Its hearty base of fresh mixed mushrooms and savory vegetable stock creates a rich, full-bodied flavor profile. The careful blend of fresh flat-leaf parsley and tarragon brightens the overall taste, ensuring a vibrant finish.
Serving & Context
Serve this delightful soup as a standalone main course for a light dinner, or as an elegant starter for a more elaborate meal. It pairs beautifully with a crusty piece of bread for dipping. This healthy and hearty soup is ideal for a comforting weeknight supper or a gathering with friends.