Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. margarine or butter
  • 1 c. each: chopped onion, chopped celery and diced carrot
  • 1/3 c. flour
  • 4 c. milk
  • 2 c. canned chicken broth
  • 8 oz. (2 c.) shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 4 c. cooked wild rice
  • 1 box pecan rice, cooked
  • 4 tsp. chopped dried parsley
  • 1/4 tsp. each: white pepper and salt

Method

  • In a large Dutch oven (or other stock pot), heat margarine over medium-high heat until bubbly and hot; add onion, celery and carrot and saute until onion is softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir quickly to combine.
  • Continuing to stir, gradually add milk; add broth and stirring, bring just to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and let simmer, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients and cook, stirring constantly, until cheese melts (5 to 10 minutes).
  • Do not boil. Makes about 8 to 10 servings, 1 cup each.
  • This is a wonderful hearty soup to serve with cornbread or corn muffins.