Slow-Simmered Mushroom Soup with Thyme
A deeply flavorful, creamy mushroom soup made with a blend of wild and cremini mushrooms, simmered with fresh thyme. This french-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes pairs sliced cremini mushrooms, sliced wild mushrooms, finely diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 4 oz, sliced wild mushrooms
- 1, finely diced onion
- 1, diced carrot
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 1 diced carrot, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and 4 oz sliced wild mushrooms, cooking for 8 minutes until mushrooms release liquid and brown slightly. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, cooking for 1 minute to toast the flour.
- Step 3: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and simmer for 5 more minutes until heated through, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Simmered Mushroom Soup with Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 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 Slow-Simmered Mushroom Soup with Thyme?
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 Slow-Simmered Mushroom Soup with Thyme?
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 Slow-Simmered Mushroom Soup with Thyme 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.
Is Slow-Simmered Mushroom Soup with Thyme vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
