Creamy Mushroom Soup (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Mushroom Base

01 - 1 lb (450g) fresh mushrooms, sliced
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Liquid Components

05 - 4 cups (1L) vegetable or chicken broth
06 - 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream

→ Seasoning

07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
08 - Fresh thyme or parsley, chopped, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
02 - Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and continue to cook until they are soft and golden brown, about 7-10 minutes.
03 - Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
04 - Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. For a chunkier texture, blend only half of the soup.
05 - Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Heat through before serving.
06 - Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley before serving.

# Notes:

01 - This soup pairs wonderfully with low-carb bread for a complete meal.