CREAM OF WILD MUSHROOM SOUP

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Make and share this Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Aint Bs

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 ounces fresh shiitake mushrooms
5 ounces fresh portabella mushrooms
5 ounces fresh cremini mushrooms (or porcini)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 lb unsalted butter, plus
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, divided
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 carrot, chopped
1 sprig fresh thyme, plus
1 teaspoon minced thyme leaves, divided
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts (2 leeks)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup half-and-half
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Clean the mushrooms by wiping them with a dry paper towel, Don't wash them!
  • Separate the stems, trim off any bad parts, and coarsely chop the stems.
  • Slice the mushroom caps 1/4-inch thick and, if there are big, cut them into bite-sized pieces,Set aside.
  • To make the stock, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large pot.
  • Add the chopped mushroom stems, the onion, carrot, the sprig of thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and cook over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until the vegetables are soft.
  • Add 6 cups water, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
  • Strain, reserving the liquid,You should have about 4 1/2 cups of stock, If not, add some water.
  • Meanwhile, in another large pot, heat the remaining 1/4 pound of butter and add the leeks.
  • Cook over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, until the leeks begin to brown. Add the sliced mushroom caps and cook for 10 minutes, or until they are browned and tender.
  • Add the flour and cook for 1 minute. Add the white wine and stir for another minute, scraping the bottom of the pot. Add the mushroom stock, minced thyme leaves, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the half-and-half, cream, and parsley, season with salt and pepper, to taste, and heat through but do not boil.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.2, Fat 39.2, SaturatedFat 23.3, Cholesterol 115, Sodium 56.4, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 5.2

Martha Cordero
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Overall, I really enjoyed this soup. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


kym healy
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This soup is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Samuel Muyoboke
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I love the addition of sherry to this soup. It really adds a nice depth of flavor.


Gselvarajan Gselvarajan
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This soup is the perfect way to use up leftover mushrooms.


Ayesha Ikhlaq
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite!


Anonymous Anonymous
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful, it's hard to believe it's made with wild mushrooms.


Nyimah Robinson
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I'm always looking for new and interesting soup recipes. This one definitely fits the bill!


Obi Gods gift
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warming and comforting.


Nena Market
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I love that this soup is made with all natural ingredients. It's healthy and delicious!


Isaak Viliamu
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This soup is a little bit time-consuming to make, but it's totally worth it. The flavor is incredible.


Cesar Manilag
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm really proud of how my soup turned out!


Anne Wathome
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This soup is so rich and creamy, it's like a warm hug in a bowl.


Ayuub Daahir
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I love how versatile this soup is. I've added different vegetables, herbs, and spices to it, and it always turns out great.


Aminah Naluyima
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This is my go-to soup recipe when I'm feeling under the weather. It's so comforting and healing.


Ranjha bhai
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I made this soup for a dinner party and everyone raved about it! It's definitely a keeper.


Betty Masho
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that I can use whatever mushrooms I have on hand.


Addyson Lassiter
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I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I loved this soup! The creaminess of the soup really mellowed out the flavor of the mushrooms.


sumreen malik
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This is the best mushroom soup I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect.


Mohmmad Hussain Mohmmad Hussain
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Jameel Jm
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This soup is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the mushrooms add a delicious earthy flavor. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect.