Brown Rice Soup With Asparagus Recipe

Name: Brown Rice Soup With Asparagus Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 c. Brown rice; 12 ounce Asparagus; 2/3 c. Celery -- minced fine; 1/3 c. Onion -- minced fine; 1/3 c. Carrot -- minced fine; 1/2 tsp Thyme; 5 c. Chicken broth, defatted; 2 Tbsp. Green onions -- chopped; 1 Tbsp. Parsley -- minced fresh; 1 Tbsp. Soy sauce, low sodium; 1/2 tsp Warm pepper sauce Fresh grnd pepper Parsley sprigs -- for Garnish

Servings: persons

2/3 c. Brown rice
12 ounce Asparagus
2/3 c. Celery -- minced fine
1/3 c. Onion -- minced fine
1/3 c. Carrot -- minced fine
1/2 tsp Thyme
5 c. Chicken broth, defatted
2 Tbsp. Green onions -- chopped
1 Tbsp. Parsley -- minced fresh
1 Tbsp. Soy sauce, low sodium
1/2 tsp Warm pepper sauce Fresh grnd pepper Parsley sprigs -- for Garnish

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Combine rice with 1 1/3 c. water in medium saucepan.
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Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer till rice is tender and water is absorbed, 45 min.
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Meanwhile, trim woody ends off asparagus; throw away ends.
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Bring large pot of water to boil.
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Add in asparagus and cook till tender-crisp, 2 min.
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Drain and rinse under cool water.
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Cut into 1-inch pcs, reserving 1/4 c. tips for garnish.
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Set asparagus aside.
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Coat bottom of large pot or possibly Dutch oven with vegetable cooking spray.
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Add in celery, onion, carrot, and thyme; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, over low heat, till tender, 10 min.
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Add in broth and rice; bring to boil and simmer 10 min.
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Transfer to blender in small batches and carefully blend till smooth.
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Return soup to pot.
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Stir in asparagus, green onions, parsley, soy sauce, pepper sauce, and pepper to taste; return to simmer.
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Ladle into bowls and garnish with reserved asparagus tips and parsely springs.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 c. Brown rice, 12 ounce Asparagus, 2/3 c. Celery -- minced fine, 1/3 c. Onion -- minced fine, and more.

Yes, Brown Rice Soup With Asparagus Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!