Velvet Mushroom Dream: My Creamy Mushroom Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound (450g) mixed mushrooms (such as cremini, shiitake, oyster), sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 4 cups (950 ml) vegetable or chicken broth
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) dry sherry (optional)
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)