BROCCOLI MUSHROOM CHOWDER

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Does anyone remembers the Department Store - Lazarus, which is now owned by Macy's? I grew up going there and always would have lunch when shopping. They had the best Broccoli Mushroom chowder ever! When I started cooking, I was thrilled to find they finally shared the recipe. The tarragon spice gives it a perfect compliment. ...

Provided by Pamela Thompson

Categories     Chowders

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb fresh broccoli
8 oz fresh mushrooms
8 oz butter
1 c flour, sifted
1 qt chicken stock ( fresh, canned, or made with 5 bouillon cubes dissolved in 4 c. hot water)
1 qt half and half
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp white pepper
1/4 tsp tarragon leaves crushed

Steps:

  • 1. Clean and cut broccoli into 1/2 " pieces. Steam the broccoli for 5 minutes in 1/2 C. of boiling water until tender. Do not drain, set aside.
  • 2. Rinse and slice mushrooms.
  • 3. Melt butter in a large heavy bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the flour to make a roux. Cook for 2-4 minutes. Add chicken stock stirring with a wire whisk. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat to low. Add broccoli, mushrooms, half and half, and spices.
  • 4. Heat but do not boil.

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