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Cozy up with Grandpa's Turkey & Wild Rice Soup—rich, creamy, and heartwarming.
A steaming bowl of Grandpa's Turkey & Wild Rice Soup is like wrapping yourself in a cozy blanket. It opens with a rich, buttery aroma that fills the kitchen and invites everyone to gather round. The wild rice, with its hearty texture, adds depth and character. Bits of tender turkey swim in a creamy broth, showcasing a blend of comforting flavors. It's the kind of soup that makes you slow down and savor each warming spoonful.
Stirring the vegetables until they're just tender is key. Let them gently sizzle in butter until they release their sweetness. This stage sets the foundation, marrying the earthy carrots and celery with the aromatic onions. The final touch involves incorporating the flour just long enough to lose its raw edge, ensuring a silky, smooth base for the broth.
Sharing this dish with family or friends transforms an ordinary meal into something memorable. Each bowl is not just a meal but a moment—a chance to reminisce or simply relish the company. As the parsley garnishes the top, it's a reminder that sometimes simplicity is the ultimate comfort.
Ingredients
- 1 stick butter cubed
- 2 carrots finely chopped
- 2 ribs celery finely chopped
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 2 cups wild rice cooked
- 2 cups turkey cooked and cubed
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- fresh parsley optional, to taste, chopped, for garnish
Directions
- In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
- Add the carrots, the celery, and the onions and cook, while stirring, until tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the flour to the vegetable mixture and stir until it is blended and the raw flour smell disappears, about 1-2 minutes.
- Cook until the vegetable mixture is bubbly.
- Gradually add the broth to the vegetable mixture, while stirring constantly, until incorporated.
- Continue to cook the broth mixture, while stirring, until it comes to a boil.
- Allow the broth mixture to boil, while stirring, until it thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the wild rice, the turkey, the half-and-half, the dried parsley, the salt, and the black pepper to the soup mixture and stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the soup simmer, uncovered and while stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together, about 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle with the fresh parsley and serve.
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