Best 8 Wild Rice And Ham Soup Recipes

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Calling all soup lovers! If you're looking for a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious soup that's perfect for a chilly day, look no further than wild rice and ham soup. This classic soup is made with a combination of long-grain wild rice, tender ham, vegetables, and a savory broth. It's not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a great choice for a healthy meal.

In this article, we'll share two delicious wild rice and ham soup recipes that are sure to warm your heart and soul. The first recipe is for a classic wild rice and ham soup made with simple, everyday ingredients. The second recipe is for a creamy wild rice and ham soup that's rich and decadent, perfect for a special occasion. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your dietary preferences. So grab your soup pot and let's get cooking!

Let's cook with our recipes!

WILD RICE SOUP WITH HAM



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Learn how to make this wild rice soup with ham, a wonderful recipe to make on chilly days or any time you feel like making a comforting meal for you and your family.

Provided by The Bossy Kitchen

Categories     Soups

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons butter
1 chopped medium onion
1/2 cup flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked wild rice(made from 1/2 cup raw wild rice)
2-3 medium carrots sliced thinly
1/2 cup cubed ham
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup half and half/OR heavy cream
Optional: 2 tablespoons dry sherry

Steps:

  • In a soup pot, melt butter and add the chopped onions and carrots. Saute until tender.
  • Blend in flour and gradually add broth. Cook, constantly stirring until the mixture comes to a boil. Let it boil for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the cooked rice, chopped ham, and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Blend in half and half, and if you choose, sherry(or white wine or white vinegar). Heat the soup again to serving temperature.
  • Serve in bowls with crusty artisanal bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 60 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 20 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 911 milligrams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

WILD RICE HAM SOUP



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Creamy soup with ham, vegetables, and wild rice.

Provided by Kara

Categories     Soups

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 Tbsp butter
1 onion, chopped
1/4 cup flour
3 cups chicken broth
1 4oz box of wild rice (I used Rice-a-Roni long grain & wild rice)
3/4 cup shredded carrots
1 1/2 cups diced ham
2 cups milk
1 cup cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Saute onion in butter in a large pot till tender. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add chicken broth and rice mix, including seasoning packet. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, till rice is tender.
  • Add carrots, ham, milk, and cream. Heat through. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with sliced almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 85 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 30 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 17 grams protein, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 933 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams unsaturated fat

SLOW-COOKER CREAMY HAM AND WILD RICE SOUP



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Give traditional wild rice soup a twist with this creamy ham version. It's in your slow cooker, filling the house with that mouth-watering aroma, in just 15 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups diced cooked ham
1 cup purchased julienne (matchstick-cut) carrots
3/4 cup uncooked wild rice
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 can (10 3/4 oz) reduced-sodium cream of celery soup
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups water
1 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons dry sherry, if desired
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, mix all ingredients except half-and-half, almonds, sherry and parsley.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 10 to 15 minutes longer or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1190 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

WILD RICE AND HAM CHOWDER



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The rich, comforting taste of this chowder appeals to everyone who tries it. I have my younger sister to thank for sharing this recipe with me years ago. -Elma Friesen, Winnipeg, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups cooked wild rice
2-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, over medium heat, saute onion in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. , Add the potatoes, carrot, bay leaf, thyme and nutmeg; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the rice, ham, cream and corn; heat through (do not boil). Discard bay leaf. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1035mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CREAMY WILD RICE SOUP WITH HAM



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Angie Schramm from Yankton, South Dakota makes this comforting soup year-round...and after a few spoonfuls, you'll likely do the same. Pecans, ham and carrots are a few of the ingredients that will have you asking for more.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
3 tablespoons chopped green onions
1/4 cup shredded carrot
3 tablespoons chopped pecans
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup half-and-half cream
Green onion, cut into thin strips, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Add rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-55 minutes or until tender. Remove from the heat. Let stand for 10 minutes; drain and set aside. , In a large Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute the onions, carrot and pecans in butter for 1-2 minutes. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat. Add the ham, pepper and wild rice. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until carrots are tender., Reduce heat. Add cream and heat through (do not boil). Sprinkle with green onion if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

WILD RICE AND HAM CASSEROLE



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My grandmother gave me this recipe. The blend of flavors is fantastic. It's so simple to make and can easily be doubled for a large gathering.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (6-1/4 ounces) quick-cooking long grain and wild rice mix
1 package (10 ounces) frozen cut broccoli, thawed and drained
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare the rice according to package directions. Spoon into an ungreased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with broccoli and ham. Combine the soup, mayonnaise and mustard. Spread over rice mixture and mix gently. , Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564 calories, Fat 41g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 1692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CHEESY HAM 'N' RICE SOUP



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Here's a real gem! After tasting a similar soup at a popular restaurant in the Twin Cities, I came up with my own version. Everyone who tastes it says it's wonderful. Adding the almonds at the end gives the soup a fun crunch. -Nicole Weir, Hager City, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
4 medium carrots, shredded
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups half-and-half cream
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
4 cups cooked wild rice
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham
2-2/3 cups cooked brown rice
3 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
8 cups water
Slivered almonds, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter until tender. Add carrots; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes. In a large kettle or Dutch oven, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Stir in the wild rice, ham, brown rice, bouillon, celery mixture and water. Return to a boil. Sprinkle with almonds if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 1580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

ELEGANT WILD RICE SOUP



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This is an extremely easy recipe, and fabulous tasting, too. I have been making it for over 6 years and we never tire of it. It's rich, and warms you up on a cold winter day.

Provided by Debra B

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes     Ham Soup

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup wild rice
3 cups water
6 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced onion
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
¾ cup minced cooked ham
½ cup shredded carrots
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1 cup half-and-half

Steps:

  • In a pot, bring the wild rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 45 minutes.
  • In a separate pot, melt the butter over medium heat, and saute the onion until tender. Blend in the flour until smooth, and gradually stir in the chicken broth. Stirring constantly, bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and mix in the cooked rice, ham, carrots, and almonds. Continue to cook and stir about 5 minutes, until heated through. Thoroughly blend the half and half into the soup just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 54.9 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 328.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

Tips:

  • Use good quality ham: The ham is the star of the show in this soup, so it's important to use a good quality ham that has a good flavor. You can use leftover ham, smoked ham, or even prosciutto.
  • Don't overcook the rice: Wild rice takes a little longer to cook than white rice, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and not very appetizing.
  • Add vegetables: This recipe calls for carrots, celery, and onion, but you can add any vegetables you like. Some other good options include potatoes, parsnips, or turnips.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the soup before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.
  • Serve with a side of bread or crackers: This soup is hearty and filling, but it's even better when served with a side of bread or crackers for dipping.

Conclusion:

This wild rice and ham soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover ham. The soup is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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