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Wild Rice Cheese Soup Recipe

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Description

This wild rice cheese soup is a perfect meal for a cold winter day. It has a creamy texture with a nutty flavor from the wild rice. The cheese adds a richness that makes it hard to resist. This soup is perfect for a family dinner or a dinner party.

Prep Time

The prep time for this soup is minimal, only taking about 15 minutes to gather all the ingredients and chop the vegetables.

Cook Time

The cook time for this soup is approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of wild rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks of celery, chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 4 cups of chicken broth
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method

  1. Begin by rinsing the wild rice under cold water and set aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Add the chicken broth and wild rice to the pot and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the wild rice is cooked.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through.
  7. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

You can substitute the chicken broth for vegetable broth to make this soup vegetarian. If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add a slurry made with cornstarch and water. Start with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water and gradually add more until you reach your desired thickness.

Nutrition Info

This soup serves 6 people and each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 410
  • Protein: 12g
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 4g

Recipe Tips

To save time, you can use precooked wild rice. Simply add it to the soup during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking. You can also add other vegetables such as mushrooms or spinach to this soup. To make the soup spicier, you can add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper. This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove over low heat until heated through.

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