Cheesy Wild Rice & Potato Soup

If cozy had a flavor, it would taste just like this Cheesy Wild Rice & Potato Soup. Creamy, hearty, and loaded with smoky bacon, tender wild rice, and gooey cheese, this soup is pure comfort in a bowl. It comes together easily and is the kind of meal you’ll crave on chilly nights, snow days, or anytime you need a little edible hug.

Why You’ll Love It

• Easy & hearty – Made with a handful of simple ingredients, this soup delivers big flavor with minimal fuss.
• Crowd-pleaser – The combo of bacon, cheese, and potatoes is a guaranteed win.
• Cozy comfort food – It’s rich, creamy, and filling—perfect with crusty bread for dipping.
• Make-ahead friendly – Reheats beautifully, so you can enjoy leftovers (if there are any!)

Ingredients

• 1 lb bacon, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cans cream of potato soup
• 2 cups cubed Velveeta cheese
• 1 quart half and half (whole or 2% milk works fine too, it just produces a thinner soup that’s not quite as rich, but still delicious)
• 1 box (6 oz) Uncle Ben’s Wild Rice, prepared as directed
  (Ready Rice packets work in a pinch!)

Instructions

1. In a large Dutch oven or stock pot, cook bacon and onion together until browned. Drain well.
2. Add the cream of potato soup, Velveeta cheese, half and half, and prepared wild rice.
3. Cook on low, stirring often, until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is warmed through.
4. Serve hot with your favorite bread for dunking.

Pro Tips

• Low and slow – Keep the heat low so the cheese melts smoothly and doesn’t stick to the bottom.
• Shortcut swap – Don’t have time to cook the wild rice? Use a microwavable Ready Rice pouch for a quick fix.
• Extra creamy – Stir in a little shredded cheddar at the end for even more cheesy goodness.
• Texture boost – Top with extra crumbled bacon or fresh green onions for a finishing touch.

Pairing Suggestions

• Crusty bread or baguette – Perfect for soaking up every last drop.
• Fresh green salad – A crisp side balances the richness of the soup.
• Roasted veggies – Think Brussels sprouts, carrots, or broccoli.

Final Thoughts

This Cheesy Wild Rice & Potato Soup is the ultimate cozy comfort food. It’s rich, filling, and guaranteed to bring everyone around the table with a smile. Whether you’re making it for a weeknight dinner or serving a big batch to family and friends, this soup is proof that sometimes the simplest recipes are the very best.

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Cheesy Wild Rice & Potato Soup

Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with smoky bacon and tender wild rice, this Cheesy Wild Rice & Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food. Easy to make and perfect for chilly nights, it’s a cozy, crowd-pleasing meal in a bowl.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Soup

Cuisine American

Servings 10 Servings

Calories 423 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 lb bacon chopped
• 1 onion chopped
• 2 cans cream of potato soup
• 2 cups cubed Velveeta cheese
• 1 quart half and half (whole or 2% milk works fine too, it just produces a thinner soup that's not quite as rich, but still delicious)
• 1 box 6 oz Uncle Ben’s Wild Rice, prepared as directed
• Ready Rice packets work in a pinch!

Instructions

 

• In a large Dutch oven or stock pot, cook bacon and onion together until browned. Drain well.
• Add the cream of potato soup, Velveeta cheese, half and half, and prepared wild rice.
• Cook on low, stirring often, until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is warmed through.
• Serve hot with your favorite bread for dunking.

Notes

Pro Tips

• Low and slow – Keep the heat low so the cheese melts smoothly and doesn’t stick to the bottom.
• Shortcut swap – Don’t have time to cook the wild rice? Use a microwavable Ready Rice pouch for a quick fix.
• Extra creamy – Stir in a little shredded cheddar at the end for even more cheesy goodness.
• Texture boost – Top with extra crumbled bacon or fresh green onions for a finishing touch.

 

Pairing Suggestions

• Crusty bread or baguette – Perfect for soaking up every last drop.
• Fresh green salad – A crisp side balances the richness of the soup.
• Roasted veggies – Think Brussels sprouts, carrots, or broccoli.

Nutrition

Serving: 10gCalories: 423kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 18gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 83mgSodium: 1110mgPotassium: 394mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 817IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 378mgIron: 0.3mg

Keyword comfort, potato soup, potatoes, soup, Wild Rice

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