Delicious Mushroom Soup made without Cream

Learn how to make a creamy and flavorful mushroom soup without using any cream. This easy to follow recipe combines fresh mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and vegetable broth to create a comforting and satisfying bowl of soup. Perfect for vegans or those looking for a lighter alternative to traditional mushroom soup.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the minced onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook until they release their liquid and start to brown.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
6. Remove the bay leaf from the soup and discard.
7. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, you can transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches until smooth.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

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