Mushroom And Potato Chowder

Ingredients

1/2 cup onion
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups water
1 pound mushrooms
1 cup celery
1 cup potatoes
1/2 cup carrots
1 cup cream
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

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]