Broccoli Wild Rice Soup

8 Servings
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients
1 package (6 ounces) chicken and wild rice mix
5 cups water
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 medium carrot, shredded
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1/4 cup slivered almonds, optional

Directions
In a large saucepan, combine the rice, contents of seasoning packet
and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10
minutes, stirring once. Stir in the broccoli, carrot and onion.
Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in soup and cream cheese. Cook
and stir until cheese is melted. Stir in almonds if desired. Yield:
8 servings (about 2 quarts).