Creamy mushroom soup is comfort in a bowl; it’s creamy, rich and perfect for warming up with on a winter day.
I love mushrooms. They are so versatile and delicious. With so many ways to prepare them, you can’t go wrong with adding them to pizza, stir fry, egg dishes, or even soup. This mushroom soup recipe comes together easily to create a creamy and hearty soup that will warm you up on the coldest of days.
I love to incorporate mushrooms into my Meatless Monday meals; they bring so much flavor and texture to every dish they are added to. For this recipe, I used cremini or baby portabella mushrooms but you could switch that up to match your preferences. I think this soup is perfect for a Monday night meal because Mondays are so exhausting. But prepping this mushroom soup isn’t. From start to finish you can have this on the table in under 30 minutes.
I love to serve this mushroom soup with crusty bread for a complete meal that satisfies. I have also added toasted bread to the top for a yummy twist. The soup reheats well for a lovely leftover lunch, should you be lucky enough to have leftovers! That rarely happens here with this mushroom soup recipe, because it is so good!
While making soup from scratch might seem time-consuming, it truly isn’t. You can have this dish on the table in under 30 minutes. The key to unlocking the deep and rich flavors of this mushroom soup is to saute the mushrooms in butter. This will only take a few moments, but is worth the time in terms of flavor!
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Creamy Mushroom Soup
Ingredients
- 16 oz cremini or baby portabella mushrooms cleaned and sliced
- 6 tablespoon of salted butter
- 3 tablespoons of flour
- 2 cups half and half
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 3 shallots chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
Instructions
- In a small pan, saute mushrooms and shallots for 5-10 minutes in 3 tablespoons of butter. When shallots are cooked, add garlic and cook until fragrant. Set aside.
- In a medium pot over medium to medium-low heat, create a roux by melting butter and adding flour. For more flavor, brown the butter first. Be sure to cook the flour completely but not burn.
- Add cream and milk slowly, whisking while adding so as to thicken the mixture.
- Add salt, pepper, and shallot mixture from step one, as well as your two springs of thyme. Reduce to low heat and cook until thickened, while stirring off and on. This will take about 30 minutes.
- Add stock to loosen and create the soup until your desired texture. You may not need the full two cups.
- Serve immediately or freeze.
- Yields approximately 5 cups.
Joni Gomes says
Comfort in a bowl! Baby portabella mushrooms really do make the best creamy mushroom soup!
Tessa Simpson says
Oh yum, when making your own is so easy, how could you not make it yourself, infinitely tastier!
Kelly Anthony says
This is seriously such a fast and easy homemade creamy mushroom soup. So much tastier than out of the can!
Gloria says
Mushroom soup HAS to be homemade. Nothing in the store can compare to the flavours in this delicious bowl of soup. This is perfect for the cold and snowy weather we are having here. The best way to warm up.
Lesli Schwartz says
I’m crazy about mushroom soup! It’s so creamy and comforting, and this recipe is no exception! Looks fabulous!
Raia Todd says
Sounds pretty easy and delicious!
STACEY CRAWFORD says
This looks very simple to make! Lovely.
paleoglutenfreeguy says
I normally don’t have mushroom soup but this looks so good it’s changing my mind. 🙂
Amanda says
Mushroom soup is one of my favorites, and this doesn’t disappoint! Such great flavor and I love the cream texture. Thanks for a great recipe!
Jean says
One of my favorite soups! Love this comforting versions. Looks delicious!
Kelly says
So rich and creamy, and love me some mushrooms!
Stine Mari says
I love mushroom soup and this looks so good! Mushroom is such a versatile vegetable packed with umami flavor so it’s perfect for those Meatless Mondays!
Mira says
Delicious and easy to make on week nights.
Leslie says
I haven’t had mushroom soup in years and years! Thanks for the reminder that I love it!
ChihYu says
That looks amazing! So flavorful and delicious!
Danielle Wolter says
mushroom soup has go to be one of the best soups! so creamy and delicious. Loving what you’ve done here!
Holley @ThePrimalDesire says
Mushroom soup is the ultimate comfort food. And this is wayyy better for me than the condensed in a can version of my childhood.
Megan Stevens says
How yummy! I’ve never made a soup like this, but I love mushrooms.
Cheese Curd In Paradise says
I am the mushroom lover in our house, and love to make soups like this for my work lunches. This soup is nice and simple, but big on flavors. I can’t wait to try it!
Jacqueline Debono says
I love mushrooms and mushroom soup is one of the tastiest ways to eat them! Your soup looks wonderful and warming! Going to pin this recipe for later!
Zuzana says
Great time for us to make it over the dinner to warm up a bit
Byron Thomas says
This soup sounds so rustic and delicious! I’ve never been one to cook with mushrooms, but that has changed over the past two or three years – now that I actually like them. I’ll add this recipe to my mushroom section. Thank you!
Krista Price says
I love a good homemade mushroom soup -especially for adding to different recipes! The canned stuff just doesn’t even begin to compare. I always have some in my freezer. The next time I run out, I will definitely be trying your recipe! LOOKS AMAZING!
Kathryn says
I love creamy mushroom soup and this looks so delicious! I’d love to make it dairy-free, do you think this recipe would work with coconut milk?
Anne Lawton says
This soup looks so creamy and delicious!
Hope says
Looks so creamy and delicious! What a great cosy dinner for a chilly evening!
yang says
mushroom soup is my favourite!
April says
I literally feel the smell of this soup just by looking at the images. What a great way to start the day, get through the day or even finish it. The type of recipe that I call universal and super tasty. Thank you so much for sharing it!
Mimi says
Delightful soup that can make any day a better day! Warm, filling and so flavorful. I enjoy making mushroom soups at home and tried all kinds of recipes, so I am very excited to try yours – thank you!
Kari Heron says
I love a good, hearty , vegetable soup that makes you want to lick your spoon and this recipe checks all the boxes!
Maman de sara says
It’s cold out there, I would love a bowl of this creamy mushroom soup. It’s delicious and easy to make.