The BEST Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup (With Hundreds of 5-Star Reviews!) šŸ„šŸ²


Hi Reader,

This homemade cream of mushroom soup recipe has been on my site for years and has earned hundreds of 5-star reviews! The whole family loved it from the very first batch, and everyone agrees it’s WAY better than the canned stuff. After all these years, it’s still a favorite, and I wanted to make sure you have this tried-and-true recipe in your collection.

šŸ‘‰ Here’s the recipe: Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup​

What makes this soup special? Taking the time to cook down fresh mushrooms until they release their moisture unlocks their rich, earthy flavor – that’s the secret!

Don’t rush this step! I spend about 10-15 minutes just on the mushrooms, and it’s worth every second. The mushrooms shrink down as they release their moisture, and that’s when all the good stuff happens. This patient cooking is what gives the soup its depth. Serve it with some crusty bread for dipping, and you’ve got comfort in a bowl!

This recipe has a full-length video

Watch how I make this recipe from start to finish in this 7-minute video.

Looking for more mushroom magic?

If you’re as mushroom-obsessed as my family is lately, you might want to try this other favorite:

šŸ„ Creamy Mushroom Chicken – Tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich mushroom sauce. One-pot dinner ready in about 30 minutes!

If you try any of these recipes, I’d love to hear what you think! And if you have a favorite way to use mushrooms in your cooking, drop me a reply – I’m always looking for new ideas.

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Hi, I'm Tanya, creator and owner of My Forking Life LLC. I provide all kinds of delicious recipes that focus on Southern and Caribbean cuisines. I also love kitchen gadgets and have many popular recipes made in air fryers, slow cookers, and pressure cookers.

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