Wild Rice Soup II

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup wild rice
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. Melt butter in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add wild rice, chicken broth, carrot, celery, chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
3. Stir in cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Wild rice is a native North American grain that is high in protein.
• Wild rice is a great source of magnesium, potassium, and iron.
• Wild rice soup is a great way to use up leftovers.