Creamy and Delicious Wild Rice Soup Recipe

This creamy and delicious wild rice soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. Made with tender wild rice, vegetables, and a rich broth, this soup is hearty and satisfying. It's also a great way to incorporate more whole grains into your diet. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, this soup is a quick and easy weeknight dinner option. Whether you're a soup lover or just looking for a comforting meal, this wild rice soup will definitely hit the spot.

Ingredients

• 1 cup wild rice
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, cook the wild rice according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes, until they start to release their moisture.
5. Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat.
6. Gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
7. Add the cooked wild rice and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
8. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for another 5 minutes.
9. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
10. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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