Chive Mushroom Soup

I try to serve this rich, savory soup at least once a month during our cold winters. It's quick to make and has a wonderful fresh mushroom flavor.

Chive Mushroom Soup

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
YIELD: 2 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup finely chopped fresh mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup half-and-half cream
  • 2 tablespoons minced chives

Instructions

  • 1. In a large saucepan, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and mustard until blended; gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in cream and chives. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 407 calories, 35g fat (22g saturated fat), 121mg cholesterol, 1053mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.