Best Broth-Infused Mushroom Soup
A deeply flavorful soup where mushrooms and herbs create the best earthy aroma, simmered to perfection with a rich, velvety broth. This french-inspired soups ready in about 50 minutes pairs sliced cremini mushrooms, medium, finely diced onion, medium, finely diced carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 1 medium, finely diced onion
- 1 medium, finely diced carrot
- 2 stalks, finely diced celery
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion, 1 diced carrot, and 2 diced celery stalks, cooking for 5 minutes until softened and translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Add 12 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and 2 minced garlic cloves, stirring to coat. Cook for 7 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and begin to brown slightly, then stir in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour until no lumps remain.
- Step 3: Gradually pour in 4 cups broth while whisking constantly, then add 1 tbsp chopped thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until flavors meld and soup thickens slightly, then stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and simmer for 2 more minutes until heated through and creamy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best Broth-Infused Mushroom Soup take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Best Broth-Infused Mushroom Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sliced cremini mushrooms from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best Broth-Infused Mushroom Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Best Broth-Infused Mushroom Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Best Broth-Infused Mushroom Soup?
French soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
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Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
