- If you don’t have fresh thyme then dried will work just as well. - If you can’t find the red rice then sub in brown or a combination of brown and wild rice is also nice.  I wouldn’t recommend white rice for this dish.  It’s not as nutritionally dense and also breaks down and goes mushy in the soup. - It serves 4 large portions. If your appetite is smaller or you are serving children then this will stretch to 6. - It will store well in the fridge for 3-4 days. - You can freeze for up to 3 months.  *This post contains affiliate links. I may receive a small commission when you purchase through these links (at no extra cost to you). I only endorse products that I personally use or have tested.