Instructions: Note 1: Original called for 4 C water ... I wanted a thicker consistency.

Combine 1/2 C boiling water and shiitake mushrooms in a bowl; cover and let stand 30 min. Drain mushrooms, reserving liquid. Discard mushroom stems; slice mushroom caps, and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over med-high heat until hot. Add onion and next 8 ingredients; saute 3 min. Add 3 C (4 C) water and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 35 min, stirring occasionally.

Add shiitake mushrooms, fresh mushrooms, salt, and pepper; cover and simmer an additional 10 min.

Yield: 8 servings
Serving Size 1 1/2 C

This was excellent!! If you reduce the water be sure to keep an eye on it so that it doesnt cook down too far. Wonderful for a cold evening.

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