Mushroom and potato chowder

 
                        MUSHROOM AND POTATO CHOWDER
 
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 Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Soups
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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      1/2  cup           Chopped onion
      1/4  cup           Butter or margarine
    2      tablespoons   All-purpose flour
    1      teaspoon      Salt
      1/2  teaspoon      Pepper
    3      cups          Water
    1      pound         Fresh mushrooms -- sliced
    1      cup           Chopped celery
    1      cup           Diced peeled potatoes
      1/2  cup           Chopped carrots
    1      cup           Light cream
      1/4  cup           Grated Parmesan cheese
 
 In a large kettle, saute onion in butter until tender.
 Add flour, salt and pepper; stir to make a smooth paste. Gradually add water,
stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute. Add the
mushrooms, celery, potatoes and carrots. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30
minutes or until vegetables are tender.
 Add cream and Parmesan cheese; heat through.
 Serves 4-6.
 
   SOURCE:* Taste of Home Magazine Aug./Sept. 94 Posted on GEnie by R.VEINOT
 [Lisa & Randy]
 
 
 
 
 
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