Fresh Mushroom Soup

Fresh Mushroom Soup

¼ cup butter
12 oz. sliced fresh mushrooms
1 or 2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup rice flour or all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
½ cup snipped parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons dry vermouth (optional)

In a large saucepan melt the butter. Add the mushrooms and garlic. Cook and stir for 5 minutes. Stir in the flour, blending well. Slowly add the broth, followed by the milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the parsley, salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Add vermouth, if desired, and cook until the mixture is heated through.