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Slow Cooker Creamy Wild Rice & Mushroom Soup

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Slow Cooker Creamy Wild Rice & Mushroom Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This rich and velvety soup combines earthy wild rice with sautéed mushrooms and aromatic herbs, creating a warm hug in a bowl. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this dish is ideal for gatherings or cozy nights at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for vegan version)
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the wild rice under cold water and chop the mushrooms, onion, and garlic.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Transfer the sautéed mixture to a slow cooker; add rinsed wild rice, sliced mushrooms, vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
  5. Stir in heavy cream before serving; adjust seasoning if necessary.
  6. Serve hot with crusty bread or garnished with fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate chopped spinach or kale. To make it gluten-free, ensure your broth is certified gluten-free. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days.

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