Nothing is more comforting than a big bowl of homemade mushroom bisque when the weather gets chilly. Both fresh and dried mushrooms are used along with chicken stock, butter, and half-and-half for that savory, creamy, and hearty goodness. Add a dollop of sour cream or crème fraîche as a finishing touch to this delicious soup. GET THE RECIPE ►► https://f52.co/3GoQbE8PREP TIME: 15 minutesCOOK TIME: 25 minutesSERVES: 4INGREDIENTS1/2 cup dry sherry, plus more for serving2 ounces assorted dried wild mushrooms1 1/2 pounds assorted fresh mushrooms, such as button, shiitake, and/or porcini, coarsely choppedKosher salt2 shallots, chopped1 tablespoon finely chopped thyme, plus sprigs for serving3 tablespoons unsalted butter1 1/2 cups store-bought or homemade chicken stock1 cup half-and-half1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperSour cream or crème fraîche, for servingSUBSCRIBE TO FOOD52 ►► https://f52.co/2HN7Dp8CONNECT WITH FOOD52Web: https://food52.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/food52Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Food52Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/food52Twitter: https://twitter.com/Food52TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@food52Food52 newsletter: https://f52.co/newsletterABOUT FOOD52As a one-stop shop for joyful living, Food52 connects discerning home cooks with the interests they're passionate about via award-winning food and lifestyle content across platforms. We provide our audience with the recipes and solutions they crave to eat thoughtfully, live joyfully, entertain beautifully, and travel differently.