Slow Cooker Creamy Mushroom Soup
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of this Slow Cooker Creamy Mushroom Soup, where earthy mushrooms meld with aromatic herbs for a cozy, comforting dish. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this creamy delight transforms simple ingredients into a rich bowl of goodness that promises to captivate your taste buds and warm your soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb fresh mushrooms (mixed button and cremini)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by cleaning and slicing the mushrooms, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
- In a slow cooker, combine the prepared mushrooms, onion, garlic, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cut cream cheese into cubes and distribute evenly over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until flavors meld.
- Blend until smooth using an immersion blender or carefully transfer to a regular blender in batches.
- Serve warm in bowls; garnish with fresh herbs or croutons if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 266
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 858mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg