Creamy Mushroom and Bacon Soup

Indulge in a bowl of rich and comforting Creamy Mushroom and Bacon Soup, a perfect blend of savory flavors and velvety texture that's sure to please your taste buds. This hearty soup features golden slices of sautéed mushrooms and crisp bacon pieces simmered in a luscious base of chicken broth and heavy cream, enhanced with the fragrant notes of garlic and thyme. The addition of a roux ensures a luxurious consistency, while the optional parsley garnish adds a touch of fresh brightness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy one-pot recipe is ideal for cozy dinners, as a starter, or paired with crusty bread for a satisfying meal. Treat yourself to this irresistible combination of creamy comfort and smoky bacon goodness—perfect for chilly evenings or any time you crave a warming dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 6 pieces Bacon strips, chopped
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 16 ounces Mushrooms, sliced (white button or cremini)
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy, about 5–7 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 7–8 minutes until they release their liquid and become tender.

Step 6

Sprinkle the mushrooms with the all-purpose flour and stir well to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes to remove the raw taste of the flour.

Step 7

Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Add the fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and allow the soup to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure it doesn’t stick to the bottom.

Step 10

Stir in the heavy cream and cooked bacon, reserving a little bacon for garnish if desired. Heat through for 2–3 minutes but do not let it boil.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 12

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and the reserved bacon bits, if using. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1934.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1832.7

Total Fat 155.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 362mg	0%
Sodium 6498.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 16.0g
Protein 61.2g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 162.9mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 2866.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.8%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 9.8%