Ok, so I know it's summer - but soup just sounded good to me today. The idea for this soup came from a British murder mystery series - the chef used wild mushrooms, celery and onions, gathered on a river bank. I used produce from the grocery store: mushrooms, celery, green onions, and a large can of chicken broth. First, I diced the onions and celery very tiny. Then I sliced several mushrooms. I added them to the broth in a medium sized pan, over low heat. I added a bit of red pepper and fresh parsley from my herb garden. Once this all came to a boil, I turned the heat down and added just a bit of Idahoan Four Cheese Mashed Potatoes brand of potato flakes. I stirred constantly, until the soup was thickened slightly. Garnish: a small sprig of parsley. This soup is sweet and when eaten in air conditioning - perfect for a summer evening!
