Russian Mushroom and Potato Soup Recipe – Russian Special

This soup is a tradition every Halloween and signals to the family that cooler weather has arrived. It has been made for 15 years now, and among all the soups prepared, it remains everyone’s favorite. Enjoy!

  • Prep Time15 min
  • Cook Time35 min
  • Total Time50 min

Russian Mushroom and Potato Soup Ingredients :

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons freshly chopped dill
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound fresh baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

How To Make Russian Mushroom and Potato Soup

1

Begin by melting butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add carrots and green onions, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and season with dill, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

2

Stir potatoes into the pot, cover, and cook until they are just tender, approximately 20 minutes.

3

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until they start to darken, about 5-7 minutes. Stir mushrooms into the soup once the potatoes are tender.

4

In a small bowl, whisk together half and half and flour until smooth. Gradually pour the mixture into the soup while stirring continuously. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the soup to a boil until it thickens. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.

5

Garnish with fresh dill and serve the soup warm.