Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs sliced mushrooms, any variety
  • 1 slice bacon, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cognac or 1/4 cup brandy
  • 1/3 cup white wine
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • salt and pepper

Method

  • in pot add chopped bacon, cook to render fat.
  • add onions, garlic and celery, stir until softened.
  • add mushrooms, cook until brown, 15 minutes.
  • deglaze pan with cognac, add wine and reduce.
  • add broth and simmer 30 minutes.
  • puree mixture with hand blender or pour into blender in batches.
  • return to heat, add cream, salt, pepper, do not boil.