Easy Cream of Mushroom Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 large shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced.
• 1 lbs fresh mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream for a richer soup, or milk for a lighter version
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• Fresh parsley or chives, chopped, for garnish