Creamy Garlic Mushroom Soup

This rich and Creamy Garlic Mushroom Soup is perfect for fall with it's deep earthy flavors. Serve with crusty bread for dipping!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb. baby bella mushrooms ($3.38)
• 1 Tbsp olive oil ($0.13)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced ($0.24)
• Pinch salt & pepper ($0.05)
• 2 Tbsp butter ($0.26)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour ($0.04)
• 2 cups vegetable broth* ($0.18)
• 2 cups water ($0.00)
• 1/8 tsp dried thyme ($0.02)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream** ($0.42)
• 1 tsp soy sauce ($0.03)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Wash the mushrooms to remove any dirt or debris. Slice half of the mushrooms and roughly chop the other half.
2. Add the olive oil, mushrooms, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper to a soup pot. Saut� the mushrooms over medium heat until they have released all of their moisture, all the liquid has evaporated from the bottom of the pot, and the mushrooms become very dark brown.
3. Add the butter and flour to the pot. Stir and cook for about two minutes more. The flour and butter will form a thick paste and coat the mushrooms and the bottom of the pot. It's okay for the flour to coat the pot and brown a bit, just don't let it burn.