Herb-infused Mushroom Soup with Crispy Garlic Bread Toppings
Indulge in this herb-infused mushroom soup with crispy garlic bread toppings. Bursting with flavor from fresh sage and thyme and two kinds of mushrooms, this creamy bowl of soup is the ultimate comfort food.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
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Add the chopped shallots and minced garlic, cook until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
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Add the sliced wild and cremini mushrooms to the pot. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes until golden. Stir and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the mushrooms are caramelized.
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Reduce the heat to medium. Mix in the butter, chopped fresh sage, and fresh thyme leaves. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 2-3 minutes until the herbs are fragrant.
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Integrate the balsamic vinegar.
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Set aside a few caramelized mushrooms for topping later.
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Pour in the chicken broth.
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Using an immersion blender, blend the soup in the pot until smooth and creamy.
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Stir in the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese. Season the soup according to taste.
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Let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes until warmed through.
BREADCRUMB TOPPING
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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F while the soup is simmering.
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On a baking sheet, combine the roughly torn sourdough bread, extra virgin olive oil, chopped fresh oregano, chopped fresh thyme leaves, minced garlic, and kosher salt.
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes or until toasted.
FINISH WITH
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Serve the soup in bowls and top each with the crispy garlic bread and reserved mushrooms.