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Wild Mushroom Caramelized Onion Soup

A delightful soup combining earthy wild mushrooms and sweet caramelized onions, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Adds richness
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced Main flavor component
  • 8 ounces mixed wild mushrooms Use shiitake, cremini, and oyster
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Soup base
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves For seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste For seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream (optional) For creaminess
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) For garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onion and cook for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
  2. Add mixed wild mushrooms and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until tender.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and stir to combine all ingredients.
  4. Add thyme leaves and bay leaf, season with salt and pepper, bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Blend the soup if a smoother texture is desired.
  6. Stir in heavy cream if using, heat through for 5 minutes, remove bay leaf, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalProtein: 5gSodium: 850mg

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