Description
Creamy Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for chilly days or cozy nights in. This rich and velvety soup combines earthy wild rice with sautéed mushrooms, all enveloped in a creamy broth that warms your soul with every spoonful. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to be customized with greens or different grains, this soup is sure to become a staple in your home. Whether serving it at family gatherings or enjoying it solo, each bowl promises hearty satisfaction that soothes the senses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 cups mixed mushrooms (cremini and shiitake), sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in sliced mushrooms; cook until tender and golden brown (approximately 8 minutes).
- Add rinsed wild rice and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir well; let simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra thyme if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg