HEARTY CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP

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Carolyn Zimmerman of Fairbury, Illinois lets the earthy mushroom flavor shine in this rich and hearty soup. It'll have you arguing over who gets the last serving!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1/4 cup boiling water
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
6 ounces cream cheese, cubed

Steps:

In a small bowl, dissolve bouillon in water; set aside. In a small saucepan, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour. , Gradually add milk and reserved broth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cream cheese until melted and soup is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 433mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.