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Creamy Wild Rice & Mushroom Soup

Bowls of creamy wild rice and mushroom soup.

Creamy Wild Rice & Mushroom Soup

This delicious soup is a fantastic warm meal to help you wind down after a busy day. Pair with hearty whole-grain bread.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 326 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 cup chopped white mushrooms
  • ½ cup diced carrots
  • 3 cups low-fat milk
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked wild rice
  • ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, heat butter over medium heat. Add onions, mushrooms and carrots; sauté until onions are soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, whisk milk and flour over medium heat, stirring frequently until milk starts to boil. Whisk constantly for one minute or until milk thickens. Pour into onion mixture and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in chicken broth and cooked rice; cook for 10 - 15 minutes (or until carrots are soft.)
  • Ladle into bowls and top each serving with 2 tablespoons cheese and 1 teaspoon parsley.