01 -
Wash and slice your mushrooms. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
02 -
Warm butter and olive oil in a big pot over medium heat. Toss in diced onion and garlic, cooking them for 2-3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
03 -
Throw sliced mushrooms into the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they soften and release their juices.
04 -
Add veggie broth and stir everything together. Let the soup bubble gently for 15-20 minutes so flavors can blend.
05 -
Want smooth soup? Use a stick blender right in the pot or pour soup into a regular blender. Skip this step if you like chunky texture.
06 -
Stir in the heavy cream (or milk if you want something lighter) and cook another 5 minutes until hot. Add salt and pepper however you like it.
07 -
Pour soup into bowls and top with fresh thyme or extra sautéed mushrooms for some crunch. Enjoy while it's hot!