Extra Creamy Mushroom Soup

Yield: Serves 4 | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes

The heavy cream makes this soup rich and creamy, while the cremini mushrooms add an earthiness that tastes just right.

INGREDIENTS

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 onion, finely diced

1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced

2 garlic cloves, finely minced

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

3 cups vegetable broth

1½ cups heavy cream

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Fresh thyme, for garnish

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Add the flour and cook, stirring continuously, for 2 to 3 minutes. Gradually add the broth and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.

3. Slowly stir in the cream and Worcestershire sauce and simmer for 5 minutes more, or until thickened.

4. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh thyme.