Elegant Wild Rice Soup

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Elegant Wild Rice Soup that's creamy and filling
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Prep

10 min

Cook

65 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup wild rice
3 cups water
6 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced onion
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup minced cooked ham
1/2 cup shredded carrots
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1 cup half-and-half

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
560
Sugar
9g
Fat
40g
Elegant Wild Rice Soup is a Midwest classic with a creamy, nutty flavor. This hearty soup is made with ham, shredded carrots, and slivered almonds that give it a unique taste. It is perfect for the winter months and is generally enjoyed as lunch or dinner. Wild rice is also a great source of whole grains, essential vitamins, and minerals making it a meal that your entire family will love.

Instructions

1.Rinse and drain the rice and place in a large pot with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender for 45-50 minutes.
2.In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for about 1 minute till soft. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
3.Gradually add the chicken broth to the flour mixture, stirring constantly until smooth. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes until thickened.
4.Stir in the ham, carrots, and almonds and simmer until heated through for about 10 minutes. Add the half-and-half and cook until hot for about 5 minutes.
5.Add the cooked rice to the soup. Serve hot.

PROS

This soup is creamy, filling, and has a unique nutty flavor.
The ingredients are easily accessible and it freezes well.
It’s perfect for lunch or dinner on a cold day.

CONS

This soup has a slightly high calorie and fat content, so it should be consumed in moderation.
The chicken broth can also be high in sodium, so low-sodium broth should be used where possible.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Wild rice soup is a good source of complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and potassium which aids in maintaining and monitoring blood pressure. It also contains Vitamin A that enhances visual acuity and guards against inflammatory diseases.

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