Potato-Mushroom Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups water
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 cup chopped celery
2 cups diced potatoes
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 cup light cream
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Preparation

Saute onion in butter; add flour and seasonings.
Slowly add water, stirring.
Bring to a boil, cook 1 minute.
Add remaining ingredients, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
Add cream and cheese; heat through.