Wild Rice Soup
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 35 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 55 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6
Description:
A variation of the soup on almost every menu in Minnesota, this Wild Rice Soup is not only easy to make but also freezes exceptionally well, making it a convenient option for busy days or planned meals ahead. Packed with flavors and wholesome ingredients, it’s a comforting choice for lunch or snacks.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1/2 cup | Flour |
| 4 cups | Chicken broth |
| 2 cups | Wild rice |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/3 cup | Ham |
| 1/3 cup | Carrot |
| 3 cups | Half-and-half |
| 1 tbsp | Sherry wine |
| 2 tbsp | Parsley (for garnish) |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 443.2
- Fat Content: 19.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 49.5mg
- Sodium Content: 936.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 51.9g
- Fiber Content: 4.2g
- Sugar Content: 2.5g
- Protein Content: 16.1g
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion to the melted butter and sauté until tender, stirring occasionally.
- Blend in the flour, stirring constantly to form a roux.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
- Allow the mixture to come to a boil while stirring constantly.
- Once it reaches a boil, let it cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the cooked wild rice, salt, diced ham, chopped carrot, and slivered almonds, combining all ingredients thoroughly.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Pour in the half-and-half (you can use milk as a substitute) and sherry wine, if using, stirring gently to incorporate.
- Heat the soup to serving temperature, making sure not to let it boil after adding the dairy.
- Once heated through, ladle the soup into bowls.
- Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this delightful Wild Rice Soup.
This recipe captures the essence of Minnesota’s culinary heritage with its hearty blend of wild rice, savory ham, and aromatic vegetables, making it a beloved choice for lunch or snacks, especially when paired with a crusty bread or side salad. Whether enjoyed fresh or pulled from the freezer on a chilly day, this soup is sure to warm both body and soul.
