minnesota wild rice soup

Lunch

Minnesota Wild Rice Soup

Creamy and comforting, this hearty soup features wild rice, vegetables, and sometimes chicken or ham. A Midwest favorite perfect for chilly days.

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

4

Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup minced onion 1/2 cup diced celery
2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups vegetable broth 4 cups cooked wild rice 1 cup grated carrot
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
2 cups half-and-half salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in garlic, onion, and celery, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour, and cook for 3 minutes more. Pour in the vegetable broth, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
Stir in wild rice, carrot, almonds, and red pepper flakes; return to a simmer, and cook until the carrots are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in half and half, and cook until warmed through. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.