"My dear friend Shirley shared this recipe with me several years ago. Every time I think of her, I make the soup. I sometimes add a cup of cheddar cheese at the end and melt it in for an extra measure of comfort. —Carol Brault, Woodville, Wisconsin..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
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4 cups water
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1/2 cup butter, cubed
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8 ounces red potatoes (about 2 medium), chopped
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 celery rib, chopped
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1 medium carrot, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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3 cups chicken broth
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2 cups half-and-half cream
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
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2 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken