Rich and comforting, wild rice and mushroom soup is a great go-to for a hearty weekday lunch or dinner. If you're a vegetarian—or you're cooking for one—just swap in vegetable stock for the beef broth.
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In a Dutch oven, saute the mushrooms in oil until tender. Editor's Tip: The more caramelized the mushrooms, the better their flavor will be. Add the mushrooms in one layer and leave them until they start to get some color, about five minutes. Then stir them and spread them back into a layer on the other side so they get evenly browned.
Add the rice and the contents of the seasoning packets, along with the broth and water, then bring everything to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes.
Right before serving, add the cream and heat through.