Slow Cooker Mushroom Soup

This rich and creamy slow cooker mushroom soup is the perfect comfort food for any season. Combining earthy mushrooms, onions, garlic, and fresh herbs, this soup is slow-cooked to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. The result is a velvety, hearty, and satisfying dish that will warm you from the inside out. Whether served as a light meal or a starter, this soup offers a deliciously rich taste and aroma, with minimal effort needed. Simply prepare the ingredients, set the slow cooker, and come back to a ready-to-serve, scrumptious soup.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

1. Use a mix of different mushrooms (e.g., button, cremini, shiitake) for a more complex flavor.
2. For a thicker consistency, blend part of the soup with an immersion blender.
3. Add a splash of white wine or sherry for added depth.
4. For vegan or dairy-free options, swap heavy cream for coconut milk or almond milk.
5. Don’t skip sautéing the onions and garlic for extra flavor.
6. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for later use.

Slow Cooker Mushroom Soup

Kathie Clane

A creamy, hearty slow cooker mushroom soup perfect for cozy meals, made with simple ingredients for a rich flavor.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 4 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Course Mushroom soup recipes

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 304 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb mixed mushrooms sliced
• 1 medium onion diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 tsp thyme dried or fresh
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup heavy cream or dairy-free alternative
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter for sautéing

Instructions

 

• In a skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until softened (about 3-5 minutes).
• Transfer the onions and garlic to the slow cooker. Add mushrooms, broth, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
• Stir well, cover, and cook on low for 4-6 hours.
• After cooking, remove the bay leaf.
• Stir in the heavy cream (or dairy-free alternative), and blend the soup with an immersion blender for a smoother texture (optional).
• Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

For a more indulgent flavor, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, a drizzle of cream, or a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

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