Jeni's Hungarian Mushroom Soup Recipe

Name: Jeni's Hungarian Mushroom Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cups chopped onions; 1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced; 2 teaspoons dried dill weed; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 ½ cups chicken broth; 2 cups milk; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon salt; ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; ½ cup heavy cream

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups chopped onions
1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 ½ cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper
2 teaspoons lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ cup heavy cream

1
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Saute the onions in the butter for 5 minutes.
3
Add the mushrooms and saute for 5 more minutes.
4
Stir in the dill, paprika, soy sauce and broth.
5
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
6
Stir in the salt, ground black pepper, lemon juice, and parsley.
7
Mix together and allow to heat through over low heat, about 3 to 5 minutes.
8
Do not boil.
9
In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and heavy cream.
10
Add to soup when soup is almost at a boil, and simmer for five minutes or so.
11
Serve immediately, but leftovers are nice too.

525

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cups chopped onions, 1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced, 2 teaspoons dried dill weed, and more.

Yes, Jeni's Hungarian 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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Jeni's Hungarian Mushroom Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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