"Cooking.com Tip: Mushrooms are like sponges in that they absorb water. To clean, brush them with a damp paper towel or a mushroom brush. The bristles remove the dirt without damaging delicate mushrooms...."
INGREDIENTS
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 1/2 pounds mixed fresh mushrooms, tough stems removed, mushrooms cut into 1-inch pieces
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4 medium shallots, finely chopped
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4 large garlic cloves, minced
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2 large celery ribs, finely chopped
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
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1 cup dry white wine
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5 cups chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth
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Salt and freshly ground pepper
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One 1-pound loaf of peasant bread, cut into 1/2-inch dice and toasted until dry
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2 cups heavy cream
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1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
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3 large eggs, beaten