Description
This creamy and hearty Cream of Mushroom Wild Rice Soup combines tender wild rice with sautéed cremini mushrooms, aromatic herbs, and a rich coconut milk base. Perfectly seasoned and simmered to perfection, this comforting soup is ideal for a cozy meal any time of year.
Ingredients
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced, about 1.5 cups)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped, about 1 cup)
- 2 ribs celery (chopped, about ¾ cup)
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon rubbed sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Liquids and Sauces
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (use a vegan brand if needed)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup water
- 13.5 ounces unsweetened coconut milk
Other Ingredients
- ¼ cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup dry wild rice (rinsed)
Instructions
- Sauté vegetables: Warm olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions, chopped carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Cook mushrooms and seasonings: Add the sliced cremini mushrooms, minced garlic, rubbed sage, dried thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the pot. Stir frequently and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes until most of the liquid released by the mushrooms has evaporated.
- Add Worcestershire sauce: Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and cook for an additional minute to blend the flavors.
- Incorporate flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for one minute to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add wild rice and liquids: Pour in the rinsed wild rice, vegetable broth, water, and unsweetened coconut milk. Stir to combine, then increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the soup: Once boiling, cover the pot and reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 45 to 75 minutes, stirring often, until the wild rice is tender. Cooking time varies depending on the brand of wild rice used.
- Finish and serve: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, adjust seasoning if needed, then serve the warm soup and enjoy.
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Notes
- Rinsing the wild rice removes excess starch and debris, improving texture.
- Adjust cooking time based on the wild rice brand to ensure it’s fully tender.
- The soup can be thickened or thinned by adjusting the amount of broth or coconut milk.
- For a vegan version, ensure using vegan Worcestershire sauce.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
