Instructions: Recipe, one of three finalists in that catagory in the 38th Pillsbury BAKE-OFF. This is a microwave adaptation that was in todays Houston

Place butter and onion in a 2-quart glass measure; cover with vented plastic wrap. Microwave on high 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and sherry; microwave uncovered on high 3 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half.

Stir in broth; re-cover and microwave on high 6 minutes or until boiling.

Add cheese, milk, potato flakes, salt and pepper. Stirring midway through cooking, microwave on high just until cheese is melted, about 4 minutes. If neccessary, reduce power leevl - do not boil. Garnish each serving with chives and croutons.

Makes: 6 (1-cup) servings Each: 370 calories, 10 grams protein, 27 grams

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