Golden Gouda Mushroom Soup

Ingredients

o   ½ cup butter

o   ½ cup all purpose flour

o   ½ tsp pepper

o   ½ tsp ground allspice

o   1 carton (32 oz) chicken broth

o   1 cup milk

o   ½ cup heavy whipping cream

o   ½ pound sliced fresh mushrooms

o   3 garlic cloves, minced

o   2 cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese

o   Chives and smoked paprika for garnish

Directions

1.       In a large saucepan, melt butter.  Stir in the flour, pepper, and allspice until smooth. 

2.       Gradually add in broth, cream, and milk.  Bring to a boil.

3.       Add mushrooms and garlic.  Reduce heat.

4.       Simmer 5-6 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.

5.       Add cheese.  Cook and stir until melted.

6.       Garnish with chives and paprika if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 450 ∙ Fat: 35g ∙ Protein: 24g ∙ Calcium: 41%