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Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup

Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup for Heartwarming Nights

Experience the comforting flavors of Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup, perfect for warming your heart on chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil helps to sauté the ingredients and enhances flavor
  • 1 pound Italian sausage adds a hearty, savory taste
  • 1 medium onion diced for quick cooking
  • 2 cloves garlic minced for maximum flavor
  • 4 cups potatoes peeled and diced, use russet or Yukon gold
  • 4 cups chicken broth the base liquid infused with warmth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half adds luscious creaminess
  • ½ teaspoon salt to elevate all the flavors
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground for better flavor
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning for herbal notes
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for a melty, tangy finish
  • fresh parsley or green onions to brighten up the soup

Equipment

  • soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the Olive Oil: In a large soup pot, pour in the olive oil and heat over medium flame until shimmering.
  2. Cook the Sausage: Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces and cook until browned.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: Add the diced onion and minced garlic, stirring until translucent.
  4. Add the Potatoes and Broth: Stir in the potatoes and pour in chicken broth, adding salt, pepper, and thyme.
  5. Simmer: Let the soup simmer uncovered until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  6. Finish with Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese, gently simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality sausage and avoid boiling after adding cream to maintain a silky texture.

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