Best 8 Simple Wild Rice Soup Recipes

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Wild rice soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to warm up on a cold day, and it is also a good source of nutrients. This article will provide you with a recipe for a simple wild rice soup that you can make at home. The soup is made with a variety of ingredients, including wild rice, vegetables, and chicken broth. It is seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, and it is served with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

QUICK WILD RICE SOUP



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While my mother helped out on the family farm, I took over in the kitchen and have been cooking ever since. I often serve this soup with a loaf of warm bread.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 bacon strips
1 medium onion, chopped
1 package (6.2 ounces) fast-cooking long grain and wild rice mix
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
4 cups milk
2 cups process cheese (Velveeta)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain. Reserve 1 teaspoon drippings; saute onion in drippings. , In a large saucepan, cook rice according to package directions. Stir in the soup, milk, cheese and onion. Crumble eight strips of bacon; add to soup. Cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted. Crumble remaining bacon and sprinkle over soup.

Nutrition Facts :

ELEGANT WILD RICE SOUP



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This is an extremely easy recipe, and fabulous tasting, too. I have been making it for over 6 years and we never tire of it. It's rich, and warms you up on a cold winter day.

Provided by Debra B

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes     Ham Soup

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup wild rice
3 cups water
6 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced onion
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
¾ cup minced cooked ham
½ cup shredded carrots
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1 cup half-and-half

Steps:

  • In a pot, bring the wild rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 45 minutes.
  • In a separate pot, melt the butter over medium heat, and saute the onion until tender. Blend in the flour until smooth, and gradually stir in the chicken broth. Stirring constantly, bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and mix in the cooked rice, ham, carrots, and almonds. Continue to cook and stir about 5 minutes, until heated through. Thoroughly blend the half and half into the soup just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 54.9 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 328.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

WILD RICE SOUP



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As the oldest of eight girls growing up on the farm, I began cooking at an early age! This soup-which I first had at my sister's house-brings me compliments no matter where I serve it. -Elienore Myhre, Balaton, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup uncooked wild rice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 quart water
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, oil and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the onion, celery and carrot in butter until vegetables are almost tender. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Slowly stir in broth and undrained rice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in the cream, rosemary and salt. Simmer, uncovered, until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHICKEN WILD RICE SOUP I



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A slight variation on a recipe I received from a fellow Minnesota farm wife. A delicious soup that can also easily be cooked in a slow cooker and freezes well.

Provided by Sue

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Mushroom Soup Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ cup butter
1 finely chopped onion
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup sliced carrots
½ pound fresh sliced mushrooms
¾ cup all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked wild rice
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon mustard powder
½ teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup slivered almonds
3 tablespoons dry sherry
2 cups half-and-half

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, celery and carrots and saute for 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and saute for 2 more minutes. Then add the flour and stir well. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly, until all has been added. Bring just to a boil, reduce heat to low and let simmer.
  • Next, add the rice, chicken, salt, curry powder, mustard powder, parsley, ground black pepper, almonds and sherry. Allow to heat through, then pour in the half-and-half. Let simmer for 1 to 2 hours. (Note: Do not boil or your roux will break.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 97.3 mg, Fat 32 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 32.7 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 1514.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

WILD RICE SOUP



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Homemade wild rice soup ready in just 30 minutes! Mmm.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup)
1 medium carrot, coarsely shredded (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup Original Bisquick™ or Bisquick Heart Smart® mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, if desired
1 cup water
1 can (10 1/2 oz) condensed chicken broth
1 1/2 cups canned or frozen cooked wild rice
1 cup half-and-half
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add celery, carrot, onion and bell pepper; cook about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • Stir in Bisquick mix, salt, pepper and thyme. Stir in water, broth and wild rice. Heat to boiling, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in half-and-half, almonds and parsley. Heat just until hot (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1150 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 g

CLASSIC CREAMY WILD RICE SOUP



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Enjoy this creamy soup made with wild rice and vegetables - ready in 40 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
1 3/4 cups water
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup)
1 medium carrot, coarsely shredded (1/2 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14 oz) vegetable broth
1 cup half-and-half
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted*
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook wild rice in 1 1/4 cups of the water as directed on package.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add celery, carrot, onion and bell pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until celery is tender.
  • Stir in flour, salt and pepper. Stir in wild rice, remaining 1/2 cup water and the broth. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat just until hot (do not boil).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

QUICK & EASY CREAMY WILD RICE SOUP



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This is the quickest, easiest Wild Rice Soup recipe I've ever encountered, and it tastes good, too! Simple to finish on the stovetop, and a perfect warm-up meal for winter. Add spices to suit your family's taste; this is a very basic recipe for a nice, creamy, hearty soup. Prep time includes time to make rice.

Provided by WhoKnew

Categories     Winter

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb bacon, sliced and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 medium onion, minced
2 (10 ounce) cans cream of potato soup
2 (10 ounce) cans cream of celery soup
8 ounces Velveeta cheese (or another 'processed cheese food)
1 quart milk
1 cup milk
1 (6 ounce) box Uncle Bens wild rice, already cooked (NOTE ( I have not tried this with the new "Ready Rice" that is out in some markets but it probably)
salt & pepper
water, as needed, to give desired texture

Steps:

  • STOVETOP DIRECTIONS.
  • In large stockpot, brown bacon and onion. Drain bacon grease if desired.
  • Add all 4 cans of soup, along with all milk.
  • Stir until ingredients are well-combined and bring to a simmer.
  • Add Velveeta cheese to simmering mixture; stir until combined & melted.
  • Add cooked Uncle Bens Wild Rice; stir until combined.
  • Add salt & pepper to taste, as well as any water, to give desired texture.
  • Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.5, Fat 38.7, SaturatedFat 17.7, Cholesterol 99.2, Sodium 2449.8, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 6.7, Protein 19.9

EASY CREAM OF WILD RICE CHICKEN SOUP



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I found this recipe on a weight loss website. My family didn't even notice that it was made with fat-free ingredients.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Chicken

Time 50m

Yield 12 1/2 cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, chopped
1 large carrot, shredded
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
8 cups fat-free chicken broth
3 cups cooked long grain and wild rice blend
6 ounces cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fat-free evaporated milk

Steps:

  • Melt margarine and sauté onion, carrot and celery in a large saucepan until tender.
  • Add flour and stir until blended.
  • Stir chicken broth in gradually.
  • Add rice, chicken, salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Cook and stir for approximately 2 minutes or until soup thickens.
  • Stir in evaporated milk.
  • Cook for five more minutes or until soup is heated through.

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth.
  • To make the soup ahead of time, cook the rice and vegetables according to the recipe. Then, let the soup cool completely and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the soup over medium heat until warmed through.
  • To freeze the soup, let it cool completely and then store it in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve, thaw the soup overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for several hours. Then, reheat the soup over medium heat until warmed through.
  • For a thicker soup, add more rice or barley.
  • For a more flavorful soup, use a combination of chicken broth and vegetable broth.
  • Add a splash of white wine or lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, such as parsley, thyme, or chives.

Conclusion:

Wild rice soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make soup that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's packed with nutrients, including protein, fiber, and vitamins. And it's also a good source of antioxidants. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this wild rice soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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