Best 7 Wild Rice Cheddar Cheese Soup Recipes

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Wild rice cheddar cheese soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of wild rice, cheddar cheese, and vegetables creates a soup that is both satisfying and nutritious. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make the best wild rice cheddar cheese soup, including tips on choosing the right ingredients and cooking the soup to perfection. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will help you create a delicious and comforting soup that will be enjoyed by all.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

WILD RICE AND CHEDDAR DUMPLING SOUP



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I'm a homemaker and enjoy preparing hearty soups and stews for my husband and two daughters. This is one of their favorites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 14 servings (about 5 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 20

10 cups water
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cups diced potatoes
2 cups chopped carrots
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
1 medium onion, chopped
3 chicken bouillon cubes
3 to 4 cups cubed cooked roast beef
2 cups cooked wild rice
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 to 3 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon pepper
DUMPLINGS:
2 cups biscuit/baking mix
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2/3 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Place the first seven ingredients in a stockpot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add beef and rice., In a small bowl, combine flour and milk until smooth. Stir into the soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the butter and seasonings., Combine the baking mix, cheese and milk. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto simmering soup. Cover and simmer for 12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in a dumpling comes out clean (do not lift the cover while simmering).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 930mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

WILD RICE CHEESE SOUP



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The original recipe calls for italian sausage, but this cheesy soup is great with ground beef or venison.

Provided by Heather

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground Italian sausage
1 small onion, diced
1 cup uncooked wild rice
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of potato soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup milk
1 cup evaporated milk
1 pound processed cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, fry the Italian sausage and onions until sausage is no longer pink. Drain and set aside. In a small saucepan, cook wild rice with 2 cups of water until tender; set aside.
  • In a stockpot, combine the cooked sausage and onions, rice, potato and chicken soups, milk, and evaporated milk. Cook over low heat until warm. Stir in the processed cheese and heat, stirring occasionally until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 1115.2 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

CHEESY WILD RICE SOUP



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We often eat easy-to-make soups when there's not a lot of time to cook. I replaced the wild rice specified in the original recipe with a boxed rice mix to make it even faster. -Lisa Hofer, Hitchcock, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (6.2 ounces) fast-cooking long grain and wild rice mix
4 cups 2% milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
8 ounces Velveeta, cubed
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
Optional: Minced chives and oyster crackers

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, prepare rice mix according to package directions. Add the milk, soup and cheese. Cook and stir until cheese is melted. Garnish with bacon and, if desired, minced fresh chives and oyster crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 29g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

WILD RICE CHEDDAR CHEESE SOUP



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Make and share this Wild Rice Cheddar Cheese Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Serah B.

Categories     Rice

Time 5h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons margarine
1/4 cup flour
6 cups vegetable broth
1 onion, diced
1/2 cup wild rice, rinsed
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Stir in flour and cook, stirring 1 minute.
  • Whisk in broth.
  • Pour into slow cooker and add onion and wild rice.
  • Cover and cook on low 4 to 5 hours until rice grains are tender.
  • Stir in cheese and hot sauce. Cook 1/2 hour more. Stir until cheese is melted.

MUST LOVE CHEESE! CHICKEN & WILD RICE SOUP



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This is one of the best tasting soups I ever had but it isn't for everyone. If you are one of those people who likes cheese on their cheese then this recipe is for you. ;)

Provided by FDADELKARIM

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 -6 chicken tenderloins, bite sized pieces
1 (6 ounce) box uncle ben's wild rice
1 (15 ounce) can campbell's chicken broth
1 (15 ounce) can water
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1/2-1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup half-and-half cream
4 -6 ounces Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Cut the tenderloins into bite size pieces then sprinkle with salt & pepper. Spray a large pot with cooking spray & cook the chicken until no longer pink.
  • Pour the broth & water in the pot then add the rice & seasoning packet. Bring to a boil then lower heat & simmer for 20 minutes, covered.
  • Note: If using quick cooking rice the time will be lowered to 10 minutes.
  • Mix the salt, pepper, & half-and-half in with the broth. Then add the Velveeta & shredded cheese to the pot. Stir until the cheese is melted.
  • Mix the cornstarch & a small amount of water in a cup to form a running paste. Pour this into the broth, stirring until it thickens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.3, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 39.7, Sodium 786.5, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 12.6

WILD RICE AND CHEESE SOUP



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The heartier flavors of the smoke cheese and ale are balanced by the addition of chopped apples.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 52m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups shredded smoked Gouda or Cheddar cheese
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons margarine or butter
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 medium cooking apple, cored and chopped
½ cup cooked wild rice
1 ¼ cups reduced sodium chicken broth
½ cup brown ale or amber beer
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
⅔ cup half-and-half or light cream
fresh thyme sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl toss cheese with flour; set aside. In a 2-quart saucepan melt margarine or butter. Add onion. Cook and stir over medium-high heat for 4 minutes or until tender. Add 3/4 cup of the apple, the cooked rice, chicken broth, beer, and pepper.
  • Bring mixture to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Slowly stir in cheese mixture until melted. Stir in half-and-half or light cream. Cook over medium-low heat until just heated through. To serve, ladle into warmed bowls; top with remaining chopped apple. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 84.6 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 567.1 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

CHEESY WILD RICE SOUP MAKEOVER



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Turkey bacon and cubes of creamy VELVEETA make this better-for-you wild rice soup smoky, cheesy and, ultimately, delicious!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 slices OSCAR MAYER Turkey Bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 qt. (4 cups) fat-free milk
1/2 lb. (8 oz.) 2% Milk VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of potato soup
1 can (12 oz.) fat-free evaporated milk
1-1/2 cups cooked wild rice

Steps:

  • Cook and stir bacon in large saucepan on medium heat until done. Remove from pan; set aside. Add onions to pan; cook 5 to 6 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
  • Add all remaining ingredients except bacon to saucepan; stir. Bring to boil on high heat, stirring occasionally; simmer on medium-low 12 min. or until VELVEETA is melted and soup is heated through, stirring frequently.
  • Serve topped with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 790 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 15 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for sharp cheddar cheese, flavorful chicken broth, and tender wild rice.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different variations of the soup. Try adding different vegetables, herbs, or spices to create a unique flavor profile.
  • If you don't have any wild rice on hand, you can substitute brown rice or white rice. However, wild rice has a unique nutty flavor that really complements the cheddar cheese in this soup.
  • To make the soup ahead of time, simply cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the soup 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.
  • This soup is also freezer-friendly. To freeze the soup, let it cool completely and then transfer it to freezer-safe containers. Freeze the soup for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve, thaw the soup overnight in the refrigerator or on the counter for several hours. Then, reheat the soup over medium heat until warmed through.

Conclusion:

Wild rice cheddar cheese soup is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, cheesy or mild, there's a wild rice cheddar cheese soup recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give wild rice cheddar cheese soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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