Creamy Morel Mushroom Soup

Creamy Morel Mushroom Soup

Morel mushroom soup made with fresh morel mushrooms cooked in butter with garlic, then simmered in cream for a rich and magnificent springtime soup.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
663 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, onion, and morels; cook, stirring frequently, until the onions have softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken soup base and flour; cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in water and cream; bring to a simmer, and cook 5 minutes.
Step 2
Puree half of the soup in small batches, filling the blender no more than halfway full each time. Return soup puree to pot. Cook on low 10 to 15 minutes. Season with thyme and salt and pepper before serving.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups water
  • salt to taste
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chicken soup base
  • 8 ounces fresh morel mushrooms, sliced
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • 0.125 teaspoon ground dried thyme

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