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Dr. Atkins' Cream of Shitake Mushroom Soup

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By Dr. Robert Atkins

Posted July 23rd, 2007

This article is reprinted with permission from Dr. Atkins' New Diet Cookbook, by Robert C. Atkins, (1995, M. Evans and Company)

Servings:	10
Author Notes:	This invaluable book can provide low carb dieters with the variety needed to keep them motivated to stick with their plan.
Ingredients:	1/2 pound shitake mushrooms, thinly sliced 1/2 medium onion, sliced 1/4 pound butter 1 quart chicken stock 1 quart beef stock 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 1 cup heavy cream 1 tablespoon minced chives
Instructions:	Saute mushrooms and onions in half the butter for 5 minutes over medium heat. Mix the stocks; add mushrooms and onions. Add crushed sesame seeds and remaining butter; heat, stirring, until butter melts. Add salt. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes. Cool slightly. Stir in heavy cream. Do not allow to boil. Serve warm or cold, garnished with chives.