Creamy Mushroom Blue Cheese Chowder

Mushroom & Blue Cheese Chowder Recipe

Overview

This Mushroom & Blue Cheese Chowder is a delightful blend of earthy mushrooms, rich blue cheese, and creamy textures, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Despite the blue cheese component, the soup remains accessible and enjoyable even for those who typically avoid strong cheeses. Pair it with crusty dinner rolls for a complete and comforting dining experience.

Recipe Details

• Name: Mushroom & Blue Cheese Chowder
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Recipe Category: Chowders
• Keywords: < 15 Mins, Easy
• Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 100g butter
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp garlic, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• Salt and ground pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup chicken stock or milk
• 100-150g blue cheese, crumbled
• 3/4 cup sour cream
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 429.6
• Fat: 35.7g
• Saturated Fat: 21.8g
• Cholesterol: 90.1mg
• Sodium: 765.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 15.7g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 4.8g
• Protein: 13.3g

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients:

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   • Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onions. Sauté until onions are translucent and fragrant.

2. Cook Mushrooms:

   • Add sliced mushrooms to the pan. Cook for a few minutes until mushrooms are tender and slightly browned.

3. Thicken the Chowder:

   • Stir in flour, salt, and pepper to coat the mushrooms evenly. Gradually pour in chicken stock or milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, until it thickens slightly.

4. Blend the Soup:

   • Remove the pan from heat. Using a blender or food processor, blend at least half of the soup until smooth. Add crumbled blue cheese and sour cream to the blender. Blend again until the mixture is creamy and well combined.

5. Combine and Serve:

   • Return the blended mixture to the pan with the remaining chunky soup. Stir well to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
   • Serve the Mushroom & Blue Cheese Chowder hot, garnished with sliced mushrooms, chopped parsley, and additional crumbled blue cheese for extra flavor.

Tips for Success:

• Creamy Consistency: Blend only part of the soup to maintain some texture while still enjoying the creamy base.
• Cheese Choice: Use your favorite blue cheese for varying intensities of flavor.
• Garnish Creatively: Fresh parsley adds a pop of color, while extra blue cheese crumbles enhance the savory profile of the chowder.

Enjoy Your Chowder!

This Mushroom & Blue Cheese Chowder is not just a soup but a comforting bowl of flavors that blend beautifully together. Whether it’s a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal, this recipe promises to satisfy with its creamy texture and rich taste. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a bowl of this delightful chowder and savor the wonderful flavors it offers!