Trending winter recipes to try this season - Creamy Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup

Creamy Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup

Imagine coming home from a long winter hike, cheeks flushed from the crisp air, and craving something warm and hearty. This creamy mushroom and wild rice soup is the perfect bowl to wrap your hands around.

• Ingredients: Wild rice, mushrooms, cream, garlic, thyme, vegetable broth.

• Cooking Tips: How to achieve the perfect creaminess without overwhelming the earthy mushroom flavor.

• Health Benefits: The fiber and antioxidants in wild rice and mushrooms.

• Pairing Suggestions: Crusty sourdough bread or a side salad with balsamic dressing.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup wild rice

• 1 lb mushrooms (button, cremini, or a mix), sliced

• 1 onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 4 cups vegetable broth

• 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Cook wild rice according to package instructions.

2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened.

3. Add mushrooms and thyme, cooking until mushrooms are tender.

4. Pour in vegetable broth and cooked wild rice. Simmer for 20 minutes.

5. Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and heat through.

6. Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, if desired.

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