Description
This creamy garlic soup is a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for a cozy meal. Made with sautéed onions, garlic, and mushrooms simmered in vegetable broth and finished with rich heavy cream, it’s a smooth, hearty recipe that comes together in about an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Finishing Touches
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook mushrooms: Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they soften and release their moisture, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add vegetable broth: Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth, stirring to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Stir in heavy cream: Slowly add 1/2 cup of heavy cream to the soup, stirring continuously to achieve a smooth, creamy texture.
- Season: Taste the soup and add salt and pepper as desired to enhance the flavor.
- Garnish and serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a plant-based cream alternative.
- You can blend the soup partially or fully for a smoother texture if desired.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or herbs like thyme for extra depth of flavor.
- Serve with crusty bread or croutons for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: creamy garlic soup, mushroom soup, vegetarian soup, easy soup recipe, stovetop soup
