Mediterranean Mushroom Soup

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 45

Servings:

Calories: 190kcal

Cost: $12

Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Soup

Cuisine: American, Mediterranean, Spanish

Keyword: creamy soup, healthy soup, Mediterranean Mushroom Soup, Mediterranean soup, mushroom soup

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil plus extra for serving
1 medium onion diced for a sweet and aromatic base
2 pounds mixed mushrooms stemmed and sliced cremini portobello shiitake (adds depth and texture)
4 garlic cloves minced for savory flavor
1 teaspoon dried thyme for herby notes
Kosher salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
5 cups chicken stock or vegetable broth for a savory base
2 bay leaves for added aroma
1 cup milk for a creamy texture
2 tablespoons cornstarch to thicken the soup
Fresh chives finely chopped for garnish

Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add the diced onion and sliced mushrooms to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their liquid and the onion becomes soft, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and dried thyme, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken stock (or vegetable broth) and add the bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and cornstarch until smooth, creating a slurry. Add the slurry to the pot, stirring occasionally until the soup thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Transfer half of the soup to a blender, working in batches if needed. Cover the blender with a tea towel and blend until smooth. Return the blended soup to the pot and stir to combine.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of chopped chives.

A rich and velvety soup perfect for cozy dinners. Add extra chives and a drizzle of olive oil to elevate the flavor.