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Cream of mushroom soup

Cream of mushroom soup is a yummy and creamy soup made from mushrooms, milk or cream, and other tasty ingredients. Have you ever seen mushrooms before? They are like little umbrellas that grow on the ground.

To make the soup, first the mushrooms are cleaned and chopped into small pieces. Then, butter or oil is melted in a pan and the mushrooms are cooked until they become soft and brown. After that, some flour is added to the pan to help make the soup thicker.

Once the flour has cooked, milk or cream is poured into the pan to make the soup creamy. The mixture is then heated until it becomes thick and bubbly while also adding spices and seasonings like salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Finally, the soup is ready to be served hot. Some people like to add little croutons or bread pieces on top for extra crunchiness. Cream of mushroom soup is a great way to enjoy mushrooms in a warm and comforting soup that you can eat anytime you’re feeling hungry.