Cream of Portobello Mushroom Soup with Puff Pastry

Name: Cream of Portobello Mushroom Soup with Puff Pastry Tops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 onions, chopped; 1 1/2 pounds portobello mushrooms, stemmed; Kosher salt and pepper; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 to 3 tablespoons medium-dry Sherry, or to taste; 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh chives; 1 (17 1/4-ounce) package frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed; 1 large egg, beaten

Servings: persons

1
Quarter and thinly slice the mushrooms.
2
Heat the butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat.
3
Add the onion and mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and any liquid mushrooms give off has evaporated.
4
Add broth and cream and simmer 15 minutes.
5
In a blender, puree half of mixture (use caution when blending hot liquids).
6
Stir puree and Sherry into the soup remaining in pan.
7
Heat soup until hot, season with salt and pepper, and set aside to cool.
8
Divide the soup among 4 (1 1/2- to 2-cup) deep, oven-safe bowls about 5 to 6 inches in diameter, and stir some of the chives into each.
9
Using a pizza cutter, cut out discs from the puff pastry about 1/2-inch larger in diameter than the width of the soup bowls.
10
Brush the inner edges of the pastry disks with some of the beaten egg.
11
Invert the pastry discs (egg washed-side down) over the soup bowls and press the edges onto the sides to seal.
12
Brush the tops with some of the beaten egg.
13
Refrigerate for 1 hour or up to a day in advance.
14
When ready to serve: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Put the soup bowls on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, puffed, and steaming, about 30 minutes.
15
Serve.

646

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* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 onions, chopped, 1 1/2 pounds portobello mushrooms, stemmed, Kosher salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Cream of Portobello Mushroom Soup with Puff Pastry Tops falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Cream of Portobello Mushroom Soup with Puff Pastry Tops

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