Creamy Italian Oyster Mushroom Soup
Description
This beginner-friendly recipe highlights Steel Ridge Farm's Italian Oyster Mushrooms for a rich, earthy, and umami-packed dish. Perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner, this creamy soup is as simple as it is delicious.
For a nuttier, earthier flavor, try swapping our Italian Oyster Mushrooms with our Grey Oyster Mushrooms.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can coconut milk or cream (13.5 oz)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: Crusty bread, fresh parsley, or a drizzle of olive oil
8 oz Steel Ridge Farm Italian Oyster Mushrooms (cleaned and roughly chopped)
Instructions
- 1 Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Sauté onion and carrots for 5 minutes, until softened.- 3
Add minced garlic and thyme, and cook for 1–2 minutes to release the aroma.Step 2: Add the Mushrooms- 4
Stir in the chopped Italian Oyster Mushrooms. Cook for 3–4 minutes, allowing them to release their juices and become tender.Step 3: Add Liquid Ingredients- 5
Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk.- 6
Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.Step 4: Simmer and Blend (Optional)- 7
Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.- 8
For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree a portion of the soup, leaving some mushroom pieces for texture.Step 5: Season and Serve- 9
Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.- 10
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or crusty bread on the side.- 11
Enjoy this creamy Italian Oyster Mushroom Soup—perfect for highlighting the delicate flavors of Steel Ridge Farm's finest mushrooms while keeping it easy enough for any home cook to master!italian oyster mushroom, grey oyster mushroom - 2
Step 1: Prepare the Base