Wild Rice Mushroom Soup
Indulge in the rich flavors of the forest with this savory Wild Rice Mushroom Soup, expertly blending the nutty taste of wild rice with the earthy essence of sautéed mushrooms.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Ingredients:
– 1 cup wild rice
– 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 8 oz mixed mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, oyster)
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
Instructions:
1.Rinse the wild rice and cook it as directed on the packet. After draining, put away.
2. In a big saucepan, heat the olive oil. Add the garlic and onion and sauté until they are tender.
3. Cook the mushrooms until they are soft.
4. Season with salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, and broth. Bring to a boil.
5. Simmer for 20 minutes on low heat.
6. Add cooked wild rice and stir.
7. For richness, you may add half-and-half or heavy cream if you’d like.
8. Garnish with freshly chopped herbs and serve hot.
Tips and Variations:
– Use different types of mushrooms, such as porcini or chanterelle.
– Add diced bell peppers or celery for added flavor.
– Substitute coconut milk or almond milk for cream.
– Serve with crusty bread or crackers.
Nutritional Information (approximate):
Per serving:
– Calories: 250
– Fat: 10g
– Saturated Fat: 2g
– Cholesterol: 10mg
– Carbohydrates: 35g
– Fiber: 4g
– Protein: 10g
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