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Light Mushroom Soup Recipe

Delightful Light Mushroom Soup Recipe Ready in 30 Minutes

This Light Mushroom Soup Recipe is a comforting bowl of goodness ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 cups cubed potatoes Yukon gold or russet for flavor
  • 24 oz sliced mushrooms white button or cremini for earthy taste
  • 1 medium grated carrot
  • 1 medium diced onion yellow or sweet for added sweetness
  • 4 oz cream cheese or Greek yogurt as substitute
  • ½ cup sour cream or thicker yogurt if preferred
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground for best flavor
  • 1 tsp Mrs. Dash or other seasonings to taste
  • 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder or cube for richness
  • 1 cube mushroom bouillon optional, deepens mushroom flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream for creaminess
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley as alternative

Equipment

  • 5-quart pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a 5-quart pot, bring 12 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add cubed potatoes and chicken bouillon. Simmer for 25 minutes until tender.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms, diced onion, and grated carrot. Sauté for about 10 minutes.
  3. Add cream cheese and sour cream to the skillet. Stir over low heat for 3-5 minutes until melted and creamy.
  4. Transfer the creamy vegetable mixture into the pot with the potatoes. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and heat through for 5 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and Mrs. Dash. Garnish with dill or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover soup in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove.

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