Turkey and Rice Soup

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Spanish onion, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 2 cups cooked wild rice, medium grain
• 1/2 cup carrots, grated
• 1 cup cooked turkey, shredded
• 1/4 cup almonds, slivered
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk or half and half

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, melt better over medium heat. Saute onion 5-10 minutes, until soft.
2. Add flour and stir, then gradually whisk in stock to prevent lumps.
3. Add wild rice, carrots, turkey, almonds, and salt, and simmer 5 minutes.
4. Add milk or half and half and heat through.