Carrot-Rice Soup Recipe

Name: Carrot-Rice Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 slices bacon, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped; 1/4 cup long-grain white rice; 6 cups canned chicken broth; 4 cups sliced carrots (about 6 large); 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional); 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 1/4 cup fat-free half-and-half; pepper; chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Servings: persons

2 -3 slices bacon, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup long-grain white rice
6 cups canned chicken broth
4 cups sliced carrots (about 6 large)
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1/4 cup fat-free half-and-half
pepper
chopped fresh parsley (optional)

1
Cook bacon over medium low to medium heat, in soup pot, stirring frequently, until crisp and brown. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel to drain.
2
Add onion to drippings in pan. Saute until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes.
3
Add rice and stir to coat.
4
Add broth, carrots, sugar and nutmeg and bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until carrots and rice are tender, about 20 minutes.
5
Puree soup in batches in blender; put into another pan. Mix in half-and-half. Season with pepper. Gently reheat if necessary.
6
Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with bacon and parsley, if using, and serve.

1013

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

133

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 slices bacon, chopped, 1 small onion, chopped, 1/4 cup long-grain white rice, 6 cups canned chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Carrot-Rice Soup 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.

Carrot-Rice Soup

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