Ultracreamy Mushroom Soup in 20 Minutes

Ultracreamy Mushroom Soup in 20 Minutes 🍄

This rich and velvety mushroom soup is packed with earthy flavors and comes together in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick, cozy meal!

🥕 Ingredients (Serves 4)
• 500g fresh mushrooms, sliced 🍄
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped 🧅
• 1 carrot (optional, for sweetness) 🥕
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
• 2 tbsp butter (or olive oil for vegan) 🧈
• 500ml warm vegetable broth 🍶
• 200ml heavy cream (or coconut milk for a vegan version) 🥛
• Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional, for warmth) 🌶️
• Fresh parsley, for garnish 🌿

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients
• Clean and slice the mushrooms.
• Finely chop the onion, carrot, and garlic.

2️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics
• Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
• Add onion, garlic, and carrot, sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.

3️⃣ Cook the Mushrooms
• Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown.

4️⃣ Simmer the Soup
• Pour in the vegetable broth and let it simmer for 10 minutes over medium heat.

5️⃣ Blend Until Creamy
• Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.

6️⃣ Add the Final Touches
• Stir in the cream or coconut milk and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
• Let simmer for 2–3 more minutes.

7️⃣ Garnish & Serve
• Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.

💡 Tips for the Best Flavor
• 🌱 Make it Vegan → Use coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
• 🍞 Pair it Right → Serve with crusty bread or homemade croutons.
• 🍋 Brighten It Up → A splash of lemon juice adds freshness.
• 🔥 Extra Creaminess → Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt before serving.