Rainy season or cold December nights, there’s nothing like a hot bowl of soup to make you feel grounded. This Creamy Wild Mushroom Soup with Potatoes is both rustic and comforting with chunks of potato for body, earthy mushrooms for depth, and a creamy broth that feels warm and comforting.
I love how versatile it is. Serve it with crusty bread for lunch or dinner, or make it ahead in a big pot and reheat for weekday baon. The potatoes turn it into a filling meal, while the mushrooms add a savory, almost meaty flavor without being heavy.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil
- 1 medium white onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, cubed
- 1 cup assorted mushrooms (fresh or dried, e.g. shiitake, button, or wild)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (chicken cubes will do fine too. mixed in warm water)
- ½ cup cream or sour cream
- 1 bay leaf
- ½ tsp thyme (or fresh herbs like dill/parsley)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients and pre-soak mushrooms if using dried.
- Heat oil in a large pot. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add carrots, potatoes, and mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes to release flavors.
- Pour in broth, add bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in cream. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with herbs and bread on the side.
Notes
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For extra richness, stir in cream cheese instead of cream.
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Use a mix of dried wild mushrooms for stronger flavor (soak them in warm water first, and use the soaking liquid in your broth).
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Want a smoother soup? Blend half of it with an immersion blender, then return to the pot.
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