Cream Of Garlic, Onion, And Mushroom Soup Recipe

Name: Cream Of Garlic, Onion, And Mushroom Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cups mushrooms, coarsely chopped (I prefer portobellos); 3 tablespoons butter; 2 cups onions, chopped; 1 cup peeled garlic, cloves; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 cup half-and-half; 1/2 cup sherry wine (I use sweet); 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 bay leaf; 3 cups dense white bread, in small pieces (I use ciabatta); salt; pepper

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups mushrooms, coarsely chopped (I prefer portobellos)
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups onions, chopped
1 cup peeled garlic, cloves
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup sherry wine (I use sweet)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
3 cups dense white bread, in small pieces (I use ciabatta)
salt
pepper

1
Saute chopped mushrooms in olive oil over high heat for 2-3 minutes.
2
Stir as little as possible so that they brown, not steam.
3
Remove from pan and set aside.
4
Melt butter over medium-low heat.
5
Add onions and garlic.
6
Cover and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
8
Add the broth, half and half, sherry, thyme, and bay leaf.
9
Stir well and bring to a boil.
10
Lower heat and cook uncovered for 15 minutes.
11
Add the bread pieces, stir well, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
12
Discard the bay leaf.
13
Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until the bread has dissolved and the soup is smooth.
14
(You can also do this in batches in a blender or food processor, but use caution to avoid burns.) Add the reserved mushrooms to the pureed soup and heat through.
15
Add salt and pepper to taste.

961

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cups mushrooms, coarsely chopped (I prefer portobellos), 3 tablespoons butter, 2 cups onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cream Of Garlic, Onion, And Mushroom Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cream Of Garlic, Onion, And Mushroom Soup

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