Monday, January 15, 2007

RECIPE of the Day - 1/15/2007


With all of the cold weather we are having right now, this soup sounds really wonderful. It is a rich and delicious soup for those of you who like mushrooms as much as I do.


Mushroom Bisque

1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cups chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup light cream
1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons flour
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon marjoram)
1/3 cup sherryChopped parsley (for garnish)

In 3 quart saucepan heat butter until melted. Sauté onions and mushrooms 4 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

Sprinkle with lemon. Blend in flour. Gradually stir in chicken broth. Cook, stirring until slightly thickened. Stir in cream and sherry.

Heat and serve.

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