Creamy Mushroom Soup with Italian Sausage
A rich and hearty soup made with Italian sausage, tender mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and a touch of cream — perfect for a comforting meal that’s both rustic and elegant.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Soup, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients
1 lb mild Italian sausage
1 medium onion, diced
½ teaspoon dried sage
½ teaspoon dried thyme
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
24 oz mushrooms (16 oz baby bellas and 8 oz shiitake, sliced)
4 tablespoons flour
1 cup white wine
32 oz chicken broth
½ cup whipping cream
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, breaking it apart until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside, leaving a bit of fat in the pot.
- Add olive oil and butter. Once melted, add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in garlic, sage, and thyme, and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add mushrooms and sauté for 8–10 minutes until golden and their moisture has evaporated.
- Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
- Pour in white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add chicken broth and return the sausage to the pot. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for about 15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Lower heat and stir in the whipping cream. Warm through for a few minutes without boiling.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with crusty bread or a salad.
Notes
Use spicy or turkey sausage for variation.
Add soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce for deeper umami flavor.
Stir in spinach or kale for extra color and nutrition.
Blend part of the soup for a thicker, creamier texture.
Reheat gently and avoid boiling after adding cream to maintain a smooth texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
