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Minnesota Wild Rice Soup Recipe

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Description

Minnesota Wild Rice Soup is a creamy and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is a traditional recipe from the Upper Midwest region of the United States that is made with wild rice, chicken, vegetables, and cream. The wild rice gives the soup a nutty flavor and chewy texture, while the cream adds richness and creaminess to the soup. This soup is easy to make and can be served as a main course or as a starter.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or large pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk

Method

  1. Rinse wild rice in a fine mesh strainer and set aside.
  2. In a Dutch oven or large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil.
  3. Add wild rice to the pot and reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes or until rice is tender.
  4. While the rice is cooking, sauté onion, celery, and carrot in butter until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir until combined.
  6. Add the cooked chicken and half and half to the pot and stir until combined.
  7. Add the vegetable mixture to the pot with the wild rice and chicken broth.
  8. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the soup has thickened.
  9. Season with salt and pepper.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • This soup can be made in advance and reheated on the stove or in the microwave.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add more flour to the vegetable mixture.
  • You can substitute the chicken with turkey or ham.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields approximately 6 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 460
  • Total Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 111mg
  • Sodium: 1224mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 3g
  • Protein: 22g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to rinse the wild rice before cooking to remove any debris or dirt.
  • Cook the wild rice separately from the soup to ensure that it is cooked properly.
  • Use half and half or heavy cream for a richer and creamier soup.
  • Season the soup with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh parsley or chopped scallions for added flavor and color.

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