"I'm originally from Minnesota, where wild rice grows in abundance and is very popular in recipes. This chicken and wild rice soup has been part of our Christmas Eve menu for years. To save time, I cook the chicken and wild rice and cut up the vegetables the day before. —Virginia Montmarquet, Riverside, California..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 quarts chicken broth
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1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
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1 cup finely chopped celery
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1/2 cup finely chopped onion
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1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
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1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 cup butter, cubed
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
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1/2 cup dry white wine or additional chicken broth