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Truly, there is nothing French about this soup.  It is, however, a take on French Onion Soup, and so the name seems fitting.

On a lazy, hot summer night or a chilly winter afternoon, nothing beats fast, tasty comfort food, and this certainly qualifies.  It’s onion soup without the onion (and sans crouton), but it’s just as ooey gooey and flavorful.

French Mushroom Soup

• 4 cups beef broth
• 16 ounces canned chopped mushrooms, drained
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 pound sharp provolone cheese, thinly sliced

Preheat broiler.  Combine broth and seasonings in a large microwave-safe bowl; stir to combine.  Add mushrooms.  Microwave on high 5 minutes or until just bubbly.  Remove.  Ladle into oven-proof soup bowls or mugs and top with cheese.  Broil until cheese is just browned.  Serve immediately.

Serves a hearty meal for two.

Image by Flickr user Pabo76