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Creamy Cream of Morel Mushroom Soup Recipe Easy Homemade with Crusty Bread

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A rich and earthy creamy morel mushroom soup that is easy to make and perfect for cozy dinners, served with crusty bread for dipping.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fresh morel mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Crusty bread (baguette or sourdough), sliced and toasted for serving

Instructions

  1. Clean and prep mushrooms by brushing dirt off with a soft brush or damp towel. Slice evenly. (10 minutes)
  2. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook another minute, careful not to burn. (8 minutes total)
  3. Add sliced morels to the pot. Stir frequently as they release moisture and start to brown, about 10 minutes, until tender but not mushy.
  4. Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and stir well to coat. Cook for 2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  5. Pour in white wine slowly, scraping the bottom of the pot to lift browned bits. Simmer until wine reduces by half, about 3 minutes.
  6. Add vegetable broth and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover partially, and cook for 15 minutes to blend flavors.
  7. Remove thyme stems if any. Use an immersion blender to puree soup until smooth and creamy, or pulse briefly for chunkier texture. (5 minutes)
  8. Stir in heavy cream and heat through gently; avoid boiling. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
  9. Serve immediately with warm crusty bread. Garnish with fresh thyme or cracked black pepper if desired.

Notes

If soup is too thick, stir in more broth or cream to reach desired consistency. Avoid overcrowding mushrooms when sautéing to ensure browning. Use fresh thyme for best flavor. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil and cream with coconut cream. Dried morels can be soaked and used with reserved soaking liquid for extra flavor.

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