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Chef John's Creamy Mushroom Soup

By Chef John • Cream of Mushroom Soup • Cuisine?
4.72 Prep: 15m Cook: 80m
Ingredients:
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 pounds sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 6 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves for garnish, or to taste
Created: Sep 23, 2025 Updated: Sep 23, 2025