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1) Classic Cream of Mushroom Soup from Scratch

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 lb mushrooms sliced
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup milk or half-and-half
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft, 4–5 minutes.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook until they release liquid and brown, about 6–8 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and flour; cook 1 minute to remove raw taste.
  4. Pour in broth slowly, stirring to avoid lumps. Add thyme.
  5. Simmer 10 minutes, then blend half the soup for creaminess or use an immersion blender.
  6. Stir in milk, heat gently, and season to taste.