Mushroom soup with caramelized onions and fennel
6 servings
90 minutes
Mushroom soup with caramelized onions and fennel is an exquisite dish of French cuisine that embodies depth of flavors and aromas. The rich, velvety soup reveals the sweetness of caramelized onions and fennel, complemented by the rich notes of mushrooms sautéed with white wine. Inspired by traditional French gastronomy, this soup combines comfort and elegance, making it perfect for both a cozy home dinner and a refined lunch. The mushroom broth enhances earthy tones while garlic adds a hint of spice. Seasoned with salt and pepper, the soup is served with aromatic fennel greens, creating a perfect balance of taste. This dish warms the soul and offers true enjoyment to everyone who tries it.
1
Heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Olive oil: 5 tablespoon
2
Add onion and fennel and sauté, stirring, until soft, about 1 hour (the onion and fennel should caramelize).
- Onion: 3 heads
- Fennel: 1 head
3
Add garlic and sauté, stirring, for about 2 minutes until a pleasant aroma appears. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Mushroom broth: 8 glasss
4
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet.
- Olive oil: 5 tablespoon
5
Add mushrooms and sauté, stirring, until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Champignons: 450 g
6
Add wine and sauté until partially evaporated (about 5 minutes).
- Dry white wine: 0.3 glass
7
Transfer all the contents from the pan to the soup and cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, pour into plates, and garnish with fennel greens.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste