GOLDEN GOUDA MUSHROOM SOUP

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Here's a fantastic first course for guests. Rich, creamy and cheesy, it will warm you from the inside out and stir your appetite for what's to come. -Charlotte Rogers, Virginia Beach, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 cup sherry or additional chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese
Chives and smoked paprika

Steps:

In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, pepper and allspice until smooth; gradually add the broth, sherry and cream. Bring to a boil. Add mushrooms and garlic. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until mushrooms are tender., Add cheese; cook and stir until melted. Garnish servings with chives and paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Fat 33g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 1082mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.