creamy Mushroom Noodle Soup
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb (450g) mixed mushrooms (e.g., cremini, shiitake, button), sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 4 cups (960ml) chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 oz (115g) egg noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Clean and slice the mushrooms.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until it begins to soften.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Cook the Mushrooms:
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, until they release their moisture and begin to brown.
- Stir in the dried thyme and rosemary, cooking for another minute.
- Make the Broth:
- Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well to coat.
- Gradually pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Add the Cream and Milk:
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and milk.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the Noodles:
- Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until the noodles are tender.
- Finish and Serve:
- Once the noodles are cooked, adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley if using.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 400
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 7g
Enjoy this creamy mushroom noodle soup, a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy meal!
