Cozy Comfort: The Ultimate Cream of Mushroom Soup
A timeless classic cream of mushroom soup that warms the soul and fills the house with comforting aromas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups water or milk
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Optional: sautéed onions, garlic, or herbs for flavor
Instructions
- Sauté your aromatics: Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the cream of mushroom soup: Open the can and pour it into the pot. Stir to combine with the sautéed onions and garlic.
- Pour in the liquid: Gradually add 2 cups of water or milk, stirring continuously until there are no lumps.
- Season it up: Sprinkle in salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Simmer: Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust: Give your soup a taste test and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
- Serve it up: Ladle hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Pair the soup with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal. For extra richness, consider adding a sprinkle of cheese or a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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