Cream Of Mushroom
A creamy mushroom soup built on a butter roux enriched with milk and heavy cream, finished with sautéed mushrooms, onion, garlic, and thyme.
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Ingredients
- 1 PoundsButter
- 1 CupsFlour
- 1 GalMilk
- 4 QuartsHeavy Cream
- 3 TeaspoonsSalt
- 2 TeaspoonWhite Pepper
- 2 TeaspoonDixie Dust
- 4 PoundsFresh Mushrooms, Sliced
- 4Lg Onions, Diced
- ¼ CupMinced Garlic
- 2 TeaspoonsThyme
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Method
- 1
In a large stockpot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- 2
Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes to form a light roux; it should smell toasty but stay pale, not browned.
- 3
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream a little at a time, followed by the salt, white pepper, and dixie dust, whisking out any lumps as you go until the base is smooth.
- 4
Bring the base to a gentle simmer, whisking often, and let it thicken into a smooth gravy-like consistency, about 10-15 minutes.
- 5
While the base thickens, sauté the sliced mushrooms, diced onion, minced garlic, and thyme in a separate pan over medium-high heat until the mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates and the vegetables are soft and lightly golden, 8-10 minutes. Add to the pot.
- 6
Stir the mushroom mixture into the thickened base and simmer together for another 5 minutes so the flavors meld.
- 7
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed before serving hot.
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