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Chicken & Wild Rice Soup 🍲
Ingredients:
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup wild rice
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into small cubes
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions:
In a soup pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced carrots, onions, and celery; sauté until golden brown.
Stir in the flour until fully incorporated and cook for about 2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Add the wild rice and cubed chicken; season with salt and pepper.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Let it simmer for approximately 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Gradually stir in the heavy whipping cream, ensuring a smooth consistency.
Cook for an additional 5 minutes on medium-low heat.
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.
Notes:
For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like thyme or rosemary during the simmering process.
If you prefer a thicker soup, increase the amount of flour slightly.
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 35 mins | Total Time: 50 mins | Servings: 8
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10. Q: What is the most difficult dish you’ve ever cooked?
A: The most difficult dish I’ve cooked is lasagna. It takes a long time because you have to prepare the pasta, the meat sauce, the cheese sauce, and then layer everything before baking it.
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12. Q: How do you usually season your food?
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