🍄 Light Mushroom Soup (20 min): Easy Autumn Recipe – Neary

When autumn arrives, light cream mushroom soup becomes the star of our dinner tables. It brings you a dose of comfort without weighing down your meal. Mushrooms are packed with fiber, vitamins D and B, perfect for boosting your energy as the days get shorter! 🥗

In November, their woody aroma evokes the forest, moss, and the return from foraging. And what about nutrition? This soup ticks all the boxes: low in calories, rich in flavor , suitable for vegetarians, gluten-free, and even low-carb if you adjust the cream. In short, it adapts to all tastes and showcases local produce. 🍂

• Fresh mushrooms (button mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms… depending on your region and what's available at the market)
• Potato (for texture, optional for an ultra-light soup)
• Onion or shallot for roundness
• Vegetable stock , homemade or cube
• Light cream (plant-based or dairy, according to your taste)
• Fresh herbs (parsley, chives, thyme) and a drizzle of olive oil
• Salt, pepper, nutmeg

Seasonal tip: to save time and keep things fresh, the Neary homemade soup kit provides all the vegetables, ready to cook! 🥕🍄

1. Prepare your vegetables: Gently clean the mushrooms (avoid water if possible; use a brush or cloth). Slice them. Peel and dice the onion and potato.
2. Sauté: In a large saucepan, heat a drizzle of olive oil. Add the onion, then the mushrooms, and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened. The aromas are filling the air, it already smells delicious! 🔥
3. Add the stock: Barely cover the vegetables with the hot stock. Add the potato if you are using one. Season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes (the vegetables should be tender).
4. Blend the soup (using an immersion blender or a regular blender). Add the light cream off the heat to retain its creaminess without letting it boil.
5. Adjust the seasoning , add the fresh herbs and a pinch of nutmeg. Serve piping hot, with a drizzle of cream for garnish! 😋

Need help with dosing? Use the Neary cl/ml converter for perfect quantities.

• Mix several mushrooms to vary the flavors (button + oyster + shiitake = explosion of flavors!)
• Add a little grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for an umami touch, without too many calories.
• Sprinkle with toasted seeds (pumpkin, sunflower) for a healthy crunch
• For a vegan version , choose a soy or oat cream; the result is amazing.
• Garnish with fresh herbs and a drizzle of walnut oil for a wow factor at the table 🥄

Discover more ideas in Neary's seasonal guides to add a twist to your soup each week. 🌱

• Wholemeal bread croutons rubbed with garlic and browned in a pan
• Soft-boiled or poached egg for a more complete version
• Fresh cheese (goat, sheep) in small amounts
• A basket of seasonal vegetables from Neary to add variety to your meals every week
• And to warm you up even more, explore these comforting soup recipes 🥄🔥

• Can the soup be prepared in advance? Yes, it keeps for 48 hours in the refrigerator and reheats without any problem. Add the cream just before serving to maintain its light texture.
• Can this soup be frozen? Absolutely! Without the cream, it freezes very well, perfect for lazy evenings 🍲❄️
• Which cream should you choose to lighten up? Opt for a light cream (12% fat or plant-based). Soy or oat cream also provides a very smooth texture.
• Which mushrooms should you choose in November? Button mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, local shiitake mushrooms, or porcini mushrooms if you've been lucky enough to find some in the forest! 🍂

To add variety to your meals, check out our seasonal guides and the Neary homemade soup kit .