Cream of Mushroom Soup

Use the everyday mushrooms we find in our grocery store or use them in combination with some of the more exotic varieties. Experiment and have fun - All will be good.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 148 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup half-and-half
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 ½ cups chicken broth
• ½ cup chopped onion
• ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
• 5 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon sherry

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large heavy saucepan, cook mushrooms in the broth with onion and thyme until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 2

In blender or food processor, puree the mixture , leaving some chunks of vegetable in it. Set aside.

Step 3

In the saucepan, melt the butter, whisk in the flour until smooth. Add the salt, pepper, half and half and vegetable puree. Stirring constantly, bring soup to a boil and cook until thickened. Adjust seasonings to taste, and add sherry.