Mushroom Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Add sliced mushrooms and diced onions. Cook until onions are translucent and mushrooms are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes.
6. Using an immersion blender or transferring to a blender, blend the soup until smooth.
7. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.