Wildest Rice Soup
- SERVES
- 10
- COOK TIME
- 23 Min
Soup's on with this Wildest Rice Soup and when you taste this yummy, cheesy soup, you'll wanna eat up!
What You'll Need
- 1 (6.2-ounce) package long-grain and wild rice mix
- 1 pound bacon, diced
- 2 cups chopped fresh mushrooms
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 3/4 cups half-and-half
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 (10-3/4-ounce) cans cream of potato soup, undiluted
- 1 (8-ounce) loaf pasteurized prepared cheese product, cubed
What to Do
- Cook wild rice mix according to package directions, omitting seasoning packet; set rice aside.
- Cook bacon in a Dutch oven until crisp. Remove bacon, and drain on paper towels, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in Dutch oven.
- Sauté mushrooms and onion in drippings until tender; stir in rice, bacon, half-and-half, and remaining ingredients. Cook over medium-low heat until soup is thoroughly heated and cheese melts, stirring constantly.
Notes
Canned soup gives this creamy, sophisticated soup a convenient boost. To add to an already easy and relaxing supper, prepare the soup ahead, and freeze until ready to reheat and serve.
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