Mushroom Bisque

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/3 cup onions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup light cream
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon basil
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon marjoram)
• 1/3 cup sherry
• Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a 3 quart saucepan heat butter until melted. Sauté onions and mushrooms for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
2. Sprinkle with lemon. Blend in flour. Gradually stir in chicken broth. Cook, stirring until slightly thickened.
3. Stir in cream and sherry. Heat and serve.