Cream of Wild Rice Soup | The Secret Garden

Cream of Wild Rice Soup is a beloved Minnesota classic. The unique nutty flavor of wild rice blends beautifully with onions, celery, and mushrooms in a creamy, hearty vegetarian broth.

 Enhance it by adding slivered almonds, thinly sliced carrots, diced cooked pheasant, and a touch of sherry. Give it a try—you’ll love it.

Makes 8 cups.

Ready in 30 minutes

Instructions: Stir package ingredients into 7 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer. Cook all day in a slow-cooker or 2 to 3 hours in a pot on your stove.

Before serving, add 1/2 cup of plain half-and-half, dairy or non-dairy.

Add cubed cooked chicken or ham, if desired.

Leftovers can be frozen. Ideal for reheating at work.