Zupa ze świeżych grzybów (Polish Mushroom Soup)

 

Polish mushroom soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with fresh mushrooms, potatoes, onions, and a variety of herbs and spices. The soup is simmered for hours, which allows the flavors to meld together and create a truly delicious dish.

I first had Polish mushroom soup when I was visiting Poland with my family. We were staying with my grandparents, and my grandmother made the soup for dinner one night. I was immediately hooked by the rich, earthy flavor of the soup. The mushrooms were so flavorful and tender, and the broth was so hearty and comforting. I knew right then and there that I had to learn how to make this soup at home.

Since then, I have made Polish mushroom soup many times, and it has always been a hit with my family and friends. It is a simple dish to make, but it is packed with flavor. The key to making a great Polish mushroom soup is to use fresh mushrooms. If you can find wild mushrooms, even better. But even if you can only find store-bought mushrooms, you can still make a delicious soup.

Here is my recipe for Polish mushroom soup:

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 6 cups chicken broth

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

3. Stir in the sour cream and parsley. Serve hot.

Tips:

• If you can't find fresh mushrooms, you can use dried mushrooms. Soak the dried mushrooms in hot water for 30 minutes before using.

• If you don't have chicken broth, you can use vegetable broth or beef broth.

• You can also add other vegetables to the soup, such as potatoes, zucchini, or green beans.

• Serve the soup with your favorite crusty bread or rolls.

Enjoy!

Here are some additional tips and tricks for making the best Polish mushroom soup:

• Use a variety of mushrooms for the best flavor. I like to use a mix of button mushrooms, portobello mushrooms, and crimini mushrooms.

• Don't overcook the mushrooms. They should be tender but still have a bit of a bite to them.

• Add the sour cream and parsley just before serving. This will help to keep the soup from curdling.

• Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread or rolls.

I hope you enjoy this recipe for Polish mushroom soup! It is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day.