Minnesota Wild Rice Soup Recipe

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in garlic onion and celery and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent about 5 minutes. Stir in flour and cook for 3 minutes more. Pour in the vegetable broth then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes stirring frequently.

Stir in wild rice carrot almonds and red pepper flakes; return to a simmer and cook until the carrots are tender about 5 minutes. Stir in half and half and cook until warmed through. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.