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Autumn Wild Rice Soup

Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup for Chilly Evenings

Indulge in this comforting and nourishing Autumn Wild Rice Soup, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup wild rice rinsed
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with butter or avocado oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots chopped
  • 1 stalk celery diced, optional
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme use fresh thyme if available
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage omit if unavailable
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary can replace with Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
For Heartiness
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie chicken is ideal
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk for a dairy-free option
For Garnish and Flavor
  • 1 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup dry sherry optional
  • toasted pecans or walnuts for garnish, optional
  • grated Parmesan cheese optional

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • large soup pot
  • Cutting Board
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse wild rice thoroughly under cold water. In a medium pot, combine with chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 45-50 minutes.
  2. In a large soup pot, heat olive oil. Add onion, carrots, and celery, sauté for 5-7 minutes. Add mushrooms and garlic, cooking for another 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in remaining chicken broth, mix in cooked wild rice and shredded chicken. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30-60 minutes.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and sherry if using. Season with salt and pepper, heat through on low for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley, nuts, and cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This soup tastes even better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep or cozy leftovers. Rinse the wild rice to avoid gumminess and allow flavors to meld for enhanced taste.

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