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Turkey Wild Rice Soup Recipe

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Turkey and Wild Rice Soup
Turkey and Wild Rice Soup from theblondcook.com

Description

This turkey wild rice soup recipe is perfect for cold winter nights. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. The combination of tender turkey, nutty wild rice, and savory vegetables makes this soup a satisfying meal on its own.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. cooked turkey, shredded
  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups diced carrots
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or large soup pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method

  1. Rinse the wild rice in a fine mesh strainer and set aside.
  2. In a Dutch oven or large soup pot, sauté the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
  3. Add the shredded turkey, thyme, and bay leaf and sauté for a few minutes until the turkey is heated through.
  4. Add the wild rice and chicken broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot with a lid.
  6. Simmer for approximately 1 hour, or until the wild rice is tender.
  7. Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the soup is heated through.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • You can also freeze this soup for up to 3 months in an airtight container.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Protein: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Potassium: 450mg
  • Fiber: 3g

Recipe Tips

  • If you don't have leftover cooked turkey, you can use rotisserie chicken instead.
  • You can also add other vegetables to this soup, such as mushrooms or green beans.
  • For a thicker soup, you can add a slurry made from cornstarch and water to the soup.
  • For a creamier soup, you can add more heavy cream to the pot.

Enjoy this delicious turkey wild rice soup recipe on a cold winter night. It's sure to warm you up and satisfy your taste buds!


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