Broccoli/Mushroom Chowder

30 minutes Prep: 15 minutes Cook: 15 minutes

493 calories per serving view nutrition facts

8 servings suggest servings

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Ingredients

2	pounds	broccoli florets	fresh
8	ounces	mushrooms	fresh
1	cup	butter
1	cup	flour, all-purpose
4	cups	chicken broth
4	cups	cream, half and half
1	teaspoon	salt	optional
1/4	teaspoon	white pepper
1	teaspoon	tarragon leaves	crushed

Directions

Clean and cut broccoli into 1/2 inch pieces.

Steam in 1/2 cup water until tender/crisp (I nuke them for 3 to 4 minutes) do not drain.

Set aside. Clean and slice mushrooms.

In a large pan over medium heat, melt butter; add flour to make a roux.

Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 4 minutes; do not let brown.

Stir in chicken broth; bring just to a boil.

Turn heat to low; add broccoli, mushrooms, half-and-half and seasonings.

Heat through but do not boil.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 403g

Amount per Serving

Calories 493 71% of calories from fat

	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 39.0g	60%
Saturated Fat 24.0g	119%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 109mg	36%
Sodium 711mg	30%
Total Carbohydrate 28.0g	9%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g	2%
Sugars 2.0g
Protein 12.0g	24%

Vitamin A	91%		Vitamin C	179%
Calcium	20%		Iron	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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