Cream of Artichoke Soup | Just A Pinch Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 cup(s) chopped green onion
• 2 - carots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stick(s) ribs celery, chopped
• 1/2 cup(s) butter, divided
• 1 - bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) oregano, dried
• 1/8 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper
• 4 cup(s) chicken broth
• 1 can(s) (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained and sliced
• 1 can(s) (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and sliced
• 3 tablespoon(s) flour
• 1 cup(s) heavy cream
• - salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• - parsley or red pepper flakes for garnish