Cream of Mushroom Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Melt 3 T butter in a saute pan.
2. 2
   Add onions and stir over medium heat until transparent.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   Melt 5 T butter in large sauce pan.
5. 5
   Add mushrooms and salt.
6. 6
   Cook until golden over medium heat.
7. 7
   Add flour and onions and stir constantly one minute.
8. 8
   Gradually add stock stirring constantly.
9. 9
   Add bay leaf and pepper.
10. 10
    Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove bay leaf and stir in the cream.
12. 12
    Notes - Olive oil can be substituted for butter.
13. 13
    I recommend at least one tablespoon in the mushroom if diet allows.
14. 14
    Chicken or vegetable stock can also be substituted.