Dick Clark's Mushroom Soup

Indulge in the comforting elegance of "Dick Clark's Mushroom Soup," a richly flavorful dish that's perfect for cozy evenings or elevated dinner parties. This creamy soup combines the earthy depth of sautéed cremini and white button mushrooms, enhanced by a fragrant medley of garlic and thyme. A velvety texture is achieved by blending the mushroom-infused broth, then swirling in a luxurious touch of heavy cream for a luscious finish. With hints of butter, olive oil, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish, this easy-to-make recipe serves up restaurant-quality flavor in just under an hour. Ideal for mushroom lovers and soup enthusiasts alike, this dish is a show-stopper for enjoying solo or as an impressive appetizer.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 16 ounces Cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 8 ounces White button mushrooms, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cremini and white button mushrooms to the pot and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have released their moisture and are golden brown.

Step 5

Sprinkle the dried thyme and all-purpose flour over the mushrooms. Stir well to coat, and cook for another 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender, then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 9

Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes. Do not let it boil after adding the cream.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2085.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1563.7

Total Fat 132.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 338.7mg	0%
Sodium 6150.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 31.5g	0%

Vitamin D 74.8IU	0%
Calcium 140.2mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 2643.8mg	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: 77.9%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 13.9%