Mushroom Soup Recipe

Mushroom Soup Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Mushrooms

   Clean the Hen-of-the-Woods mushrooms gently with a damp cloth. Cut them into bite-sized pieces.

2. 2

   Sauté the Aromatics

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Cook the Mushrooms

   Add the prepared Hen-of-the-Woods mushrooms to the pot. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are golden brown and tender.

4. 4

   Add Broth and Seasoning

   Pour in the vegetable broth and add the fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Blend the Soup

   Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half of the soup.

6. 6

   Add Cream

   Stir in the heavy cream and let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.

7. 7

   Prepare the Arugula Pesto

   In a food processor, combine the arugula, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, adding olive oil if necessary to reach desired consistency.

8. 8

   Serve

   Ladle the mushroom soup into bowls and drizzle the arugula pesto on top. Enjoy your delicious mushroom soup!