Description
Creamy Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup is the quintessential comfort food for chilly days, combining the earthy flavors of wild rice and sautéed mushrooms in a rich, velvety broth. This easy-to-make dish not only warms your soul but also brings family and friends together during cozy gatherings. With its nourishing ingredients and simple preparation, this soup is destined to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
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 (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender and golden brown (approximately 8 minutes).
- Stir in 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.
- Incorporate heavy cream into the soup; let it 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: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg