Creamy Morel Mushroom Soup

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If you are a fan of fresh (or even dried) morel mushrooms, this is the soup for you. Everyone who eats morels knows that they go best sautéed with onions, garlic, and butter. This incorporates all of those ingredients to create a magnificently creamy soup, strong with morel flavor, but not too overpowering. Serve with crusty bread or garlic croutons.

Submitted by Jennifer F
Updated on November 28, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ½ cup butter

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 large onion, diced

  • 8 ounces fresh morel mushrooms, sliced

  • 1 tablespoon chicken soup base

  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups water

  • 2 cups heavy cream

  • ⅛ teaspoon ground dried thyme

  • salt to taste

  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, onion, and morels; cook, stirring frequently, until the onions have softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken soup base and flour; cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in water and cream; bring to a simmer, and cook 5 minutes.

  2. Puree half of the soup in small batches, filling the blender no more than halfway full each time. Return soup puree to pot. Cook on low 10 to 15 minutes. Season with thyme and salt and pepper before serving.

Recipe Tip

You can use 4 ounces of dried morels if fresh are unavailable. Just soak them in warm water for 30 minutes before using. Reserve the soaking water to add to the soup.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

663 Calories
67g Fat
13g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 663
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 67g 86%
Saturated Fat 42g 211%
Cholesterol 225mg 75%
Sodium 753mg 33%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 6g 11%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 107mg 8%
Iron 1mg 8%
Potassium 176mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.