Shiitake-Portobello Chowder

Ingredients

• 4 shallots, thinly sliced
• 2 teaspoons margarine, divided
• 2 large potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
• 3 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
• 4 ounces shiitake mushroom caps
• 2 cups cubed portobello mushrooms
• 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded Gruyere, or Swiss cheese
• 2 tablespoons Marsala wine
• Salt and white pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Saute shallots in 1 teaspoon margarine in large saucepan until tender. Add potatoes and broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Process mixture in blender or food processor until smooth; return to saucepan.
2. Saute mushrooms in remaining 1 teaspoon margarine in large skillet until wilted and golden brown, about 8 minutes; stir into potato mixture. Heat to boiling; remove from heat and add cheese and wine, stirring until cheese is melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 Servings

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes
Book Title: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes