3 (14 oz) cans beef OR chicken broth

2 c water

1 1/3 c uncooked wild rice, rinsed and drained

2 med carrots, chopped

2 tbs dried minced onion\

2 cans condensed cream of chicken and/or potato soup

1 c chopped cooked ham (optional)

green onions, slivered (optional)

In a 5 or 6 qt Dutch oven, combine broth, water, uncooked rice, carrots, and dried onion. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 40-50 minutes, or until rice is tender. Stir in chicken soup and, if desired, ham; heat through. If desired, garnish servings with green onions.

6-8 servings