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Your Mushroom Soup Came Out Bland Again. Here's How To Save It By Erica Martinez Nov. 17, 2025 9:00 am EST

I can hardly believe there was a time when I despised mushrooms. I couldn't even stand the smell of them cooking. Then suddenly, after years of abstaining from them, I tried mushrooms again and absolutely loved them. Today, it's hard for me to say no to any dish that comes with the edible fungi, especially mushroom soup. When done right, it is altogether creamy and comforting at the same time, with tons of deep, umami flavor. When mushroom soup comes out bland, you don't necessarily have to pour the batch down the drain. According to Stephanie Loaiza, from the food and recipe blog Six Sisters' Stuff , a not-so-exciting mushroom soup can be instantly lifted wi

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