Creamy Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup in a Jar
Warm up with the cozy comfort of Creamy Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup in a Jar—a delightful make-ahead meal that’s perfect for gifting or enjoying on busy nights. This recipe combines earthy dried mushrooms, aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary, and a nutty wild rice blend, all layered beautifully in a jar for an easy, mess-free assembly. Simply add water and simmer for a wholesome, hearty soup that comes together in under an hour. A splash of heavy cream (or a dairy-free alternative) adds a creamy finish, while the jarred presentation makes it an elegant DIY soup mix for thoughtful presents. Perfect for meal prepping or sharing with loved ones, this soup is as convenient as it is comforting!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Wild rice blend
- 0.5 cup Dried mushrooms (such as porcini or shiitake)
- 2 tablespoons Dehydrated onion flakes
- 3 tablespoons Chicken or vegetable bouillon powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
Instructions
Layer the ingredients in the jar in the following order: wild rice blend, dried mushrooms, dehydrated onion flakes, bouillon powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, ground black pepper, and cornstarch. Seal the jar tightly.
To make the soup, dump the jar contents into a pot and add 6 cups of water.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender.
Add 1 cup of heavy cream (or a plant-based alternative for a dairy-free option) and stir to combine.
Cook for an additional 5 minutes, then taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.7 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4111 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.3 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.7 g | 138% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2809 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
