Wild Rice Soup Recipe

Name: Wild Rice Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 gal. cream base; 1 qt. cream or half and half for thinning; 1/2 c. dry sherry; 10 slices bacon, chopped; 1 large onion, chopped; 1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1/2 c. butter; seasoning salt and white pepper to taste; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1/4 each: green, yellow and red pepper; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 2 carrots, chopped; 1/2 Tbsp. garlic, minced; 1 1/2 c. wild rice

Servings: persons

1/2 gal. cream base
1 qt. cream or half and half for thinning
1/2 c. dry sherry
10 slices bacon, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 c. butter
seasoning salt and white pepper to taste
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/4 each: green, yellow and red pepper
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
1/2 Tbsp. garlic, minced
1 1/2 c. wild rice

1
Make cream base with butter, flour and 2 quarts cream or half and half.
2
Cook wild rice according to directions.
3
Cook bacon until crisp; drain and add to cream base.
4
Saute onion, celery, peppers, tomatoes, carrots and garlic in butter.
5
Add to cream base.
6
Saute mushrooms in butter and sherry; add to cream base. Season with seasoning salt and white pepper.
7
Add cream or half and half to thin.
8
Heat to serving temperature, but don't boil.
9
Add rice just before serving.

1085

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 gal. cream base, 1 qt. cream or half and half for thinning, 1/2 c. dry sherry, 10 slices bacon, chopped, and more.

Yes, Wild 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Wild Rice Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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