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Potage aux Champignons Sauvages
Indulge in the warmth of Potage aux Champignons Sauvages, a rich and creamy wild mushroom soup that evokes the essence of a cozy evening in the countryside. This delightful dish brings together the earthy flavors of wild mushrooms, the creaminess of heavy cream, and the comforting heartiness of potatoes. Originally a rustic dish from the forests of France, it showcases the bounty of nature and is perfect for chilly days, served with crusty bread for a complete meal. Enjoy this culinary embrace of forest flavors, brothy warmth, and creamy richness.
Ingredients
- Wild mushrooms
- 4 cups, cleaned and sliced
- Butter
- 2 tablespoons
- Onion
- 1, chopped
- Garlic
- 3 cloves, minced
- Potatoes
- 2 cups, peeled and diced
- Vegetable broth
- 4 cups
- Heavy cream
- 1 cup
- Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
- Chives
- for garnish, chopped
Instructions
- Begin by cleaning the wild mushrooms under cold water and slicing them into thin pieces.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Allow it to foam but not brown.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the sliced mushrooms into the pot, cooking them until they release their moisture and start to brown, roughly 10 minutes.
- Add the diced potatoes, vegetable broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, allow the soup to cool slightly before blending in batches.
- Return the pureed soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Heat over low until warmed through, ensuring it does not boil.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve the potage hot, garnished with freshly chopped chives.
Tips
- For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine after sautéing the onions and garlic.
- Feel free to mix different types of wild mushrooms for a more complex flavor profile.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated; the flavors deepen as it sits.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Soup Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Calories: 320 Fat: 22g Carbs: 28g Protein: 7g Sodium: 600mg Sugar: 3g
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