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Broccoli and Wild Rice Soup

Ingredients -

1 (6 ounces) package Chicken-Flavored Wild Rice Mix
1 (10 ounces) package Frozen Chopped Broccoli, thawed
2 teaspoons Dried Minced Onion
1 (10 ounces) can Cream of Chicken Soup
1 (8 ounces) package Cream Cheese, cubed

Preparation:

1. Mix together the rice, 6 cups of water and the seasoning packet in a large saucepan.

2. Bring the mixture to a boil.

3. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.

4. Add the onion and broccoli and simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Stir in the cream of chicken soup and cream cheese.

6. Cook, constantly stirring, until the cheese melts.

7. Serve.

Soup Making Tips -
Broccoli Nutriton Facts

	Ounce for ounce, broccoli contains as much calcium as milk. Calcium is important to promote good bone health. Along with bone health, broccoli is also effective in the regulation of cholesterol, blood pressure and sugar levels. It has proven helpful in the prevention and treatment of diabetes, stroke, cardiovascular disease and problems in the digestive system.

Soup Making Tips -
Broccoli Florets and Stems

	Broccoli stems are thicker than florets and take longer to cook. To avoid undercooking the stems or overcooking the florets, remove the stems, cut them into small pieces, and start cooking them a few minutes before adding the florets. When cooking spears, peel the outer layer of the stems with a vegetable peeler and cut a slit up the length of the stems for more even cooking.

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