Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare rice according to package directions.
- Melt butter in large saucepan or Dutch oven; cook onions and carrots until tender-crisp. Blend in flour; gradually stir in broth.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil; boil, stirring, 1 minute.
- Stir in Royal Blend, ham, pepper, and thyme; simmer, uncovered, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in half-and-half and sherry.
- Garnish each serving with almonds.
Comfort Food Recipe
One of the best ways to indulge in something delicious that warms you up from the inside out is with a hearty comfort food recipe. This soup is at the top of our list, starting with satuéed onion and carrots, a thick bechamel sauce with broth, cream and seasonings. We’ve also added minced ham for an extra savory touch with a splash of sweet dry sherry.
Use this recipe with any leftover ham, turkey or chicken after a holiday event or when you’re craving something delicious and satisfying.
Try a few more satisfying meals with these Elevated Comfort Food Recipes like lemon orzo, couscous recipes, a Baked Salmon and Rice recipe and luscious Arborio Rice Recipes such as risotto or rice pudding.
Garnish Ideas
With all of these balanced flavors, for a crunchy garnish, top with slivered toasted almonds, sliced green onions, bacon or soft shredded cheese.
What Is Royal Blend® Rice?
What exactly is our RiceSelect® Royal Blend® Rice?
There are abundant benefits to enjoying multi-grain meals, and our rice blends are crafted based on research using the best, high quality and all-natural products. Our traditional Royal Blend® is made with complementing Texmati® White, Brown, Wild & Red Rice. While in this recipe, we’ve used our whole grain blend which includes Texmati® Brown and Wild Rice, with soft wheat and rye berries. These blends offer an enchanting aroma and a sophisticated texture that distinguishes every bite in any meal of choice!
If you need a little meal inspiration, serve it as a side dish, a filling soup ingredient, in stuffed vegetables or take a look at our Guide to Cooking with Royal Blend® Rice for some of our top picks.
