Description
Creamy Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This rich and hearty soup features earthy mushrooms, nutty wild rice, and a silky cream base that warms your soul with every spoonful. Easy to prepare, this dish is not only satisfying but also versatile—perfect for cozy nights in or impressing guests. Whether served with crusty bread or enjoyed on its own, this delightful soup is bound to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add sliced mushrooms with a pinch of salt; cook until golden brown (about 7 minutes).
- Stir in wild rice and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender (40-50 minutes).
- Once cooked, stir in heavy cream and thyme; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg