COUNTRY MUSHROOM SOUP

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The big fresh-mushroom flavor of this soup sets it apart from other recipes I've tried. After preparing this family favorite for guests, I frequently get recipe requests. -Elsie Cathrea, Elmira, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 to 2 bay leaves
2/3 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 to 5 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (about 1 pound)
2/3 cup half-and-half cream or milk

Steps:

In a 2-qt. saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in broth until smooth. Add salt, pepper and bay leaves. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Meanwhile, in another saucepan, saute the celery and onion in oil until tender. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender. Add to broth mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add cream; heat through. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 916mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.