Cremini Mushroom and Roasted Garlic Rice Soup

== Description ==
Makes 8 to 12 servings.
== Ingredients ==
* ⅓ cup butter
* 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
* 1 large sweet mild onion, finely chopped
* 3 cups cooked brown rice, divided
* 1 (6½ ounce) container garlic and herbs spreadable cheese
* 2 (14 ounce) cans roasted garlic seasoned chicken broth, divided
* 2 cups water, additional if desired
* 8 slices pre-cooked ready-to-serve smoked bacon
* salt and pepper to taste 
== Directions ==
# Melt butter in a large non-stick stockpot over medium-high heat.
# Add mushrooms and onion; cook about 10 minutes, stirring periodically.
# Let mixture cool slightly.
# In food processor or blender, combine mushroom mixture, 1½ cups rice, cheese and 1 cup broth.
# Pulse mixture until mushrooms are finely chopped but not pureed and mixture is thoroughly combined.
# Return mixture to stockpot; stir in remaining rice, broth and water.
# Bring to a boil; cook uncovered over medium heat 5 minutes.
# Heat bacon slices between paper towels in microwave according to package directions.
# Chop bacon and set aside.
# Add salt and pepper to soup to taste.
# To serve, ladle soup into bowls; sprinkle with bacon.
Category:American Soups
Category:Bacon Recipes
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