Indulge in the rich and velvety flavors of this creamy chanterelle mushroom soup. Made with fresh wild mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and a touch of cream, this soup is satisfying and comforting. Perfect for a chilly evening or as an elegant appetizer for a dinner party. Get ready to impress your guests with this delicious and easy-to-make soup.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh chanterelle mushrooms, cleaned and chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until they become soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chanterelle mushrooms and thyme leaves. Cook until the mushrooms release their liquid and become golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable or chicken stock, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
- Return the soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for another 5 minutes to heat the soup through.
- Serve hot garnished with chopped parsley.