Winsted Minnesota Wild Rice Stew
A deeply savory, slow-simmered stew featuring wild rice, local mushrooms, and fresh thyme, ideal for chilly Minnesota evenings. This midwestern-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 70 minutes pairs (uncooked) wild rice, (sliced) mixed mushrooms, medium (diced) carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup (uncooked) wild rice
- 2 cups (sliced) mixed mushrooms
- 2 medium (diced) carrots
- 2 stalks (diced) celery
- 1 large (diced) onion
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon (fresh) thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 large diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks; cook for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 cups sliced mixed mushrooms and cook for 4 minutes until golden. Add 3/4 cup uncooked wild rice, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Step 3: Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 45-50 minutes until rice is tender and broth thickens slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley just before serving. Taste and adjust salt if needed; the stew should be rich and aromatic with no raw rice taste.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Winsted Minnesota Wild Rice Stew take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (15 min prep + 55 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Winsted Minnesota Wild Rice Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (uncooked) wild rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Winsted Minnesota Wild Rice Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Winsted Minnesota Wild Rice Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Winsted Minnesota Wild Rice Stew vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better soups dishes though.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
