Blended Mushroom Soup

Ingredients: 

4 cups of sliced button mushrooms 

3 cups beef broth, fat-free 

¼ teaspoon of dried thyme 

2 teaspoons of minced garlic 

1 teaspoon of salt 

¼ cup of minced white onion 

2 tablespoons of half and half, fat-free 

½ teaspoon of pepper 

Parsley, finely chopped 

Directions:  

1. Spray a large pot with coconut oil spray and heat over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened. 

1. Add minced onion and garlic into the pot and sauté for at least 3 to 4 minutes.  Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.  

1. Add the beef broth and stir. Bring to a simmer for 10 minutes.  

1. Remove from heat and set aside for a few minutes. 

1. Stir in half and half and blend until smooth and creamy with an immersion blender. You may also transfer the soup into a blender if you do not have an immersion blender. 

1. Serve into bowls and freshly chopped parsley for garnish.