12 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced thin (4 1/2 c.)
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. flour
4 c. water
4 tsp. instant chicken bouillon granules
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 c. half and half

Put mushrooms, onion and butter in a 3 quart microwave safe bowl. Cover with lid or plastic wrap. Microwave on high 4 to 5 minutes, stirring once, until mushrooms release their liquid. Stir in flour to make a smooth paste. Gradually stir in water until well blended and no small lumps remain. Stir in bouillon and pepper. Microwave covered on high 9 to 10 minutes, stirring 3 times, until bubbly and slightly thickened. Stir in half and half. Makes about 7 cups.