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                       Mushroom and Potato Chowder

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:30
Categories    : Chowder

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/2  cup           onion -- chopped
     1/4  cup           butter or margarine
   2      tablespoons   flour
   1      teaspoon      salt
     1/2  teaspoon      pepper
   3      cups          water
   1      pound         mushrooms -- sliced
   1      cup           celery -- sliced
   1      cup           potatoes -- diced, peeled
     1/2  cup           carrots -- chopped
   1      cup           light cream
     1/4  cup           parmesan cheese -- grated

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 for 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. 

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