In 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat.
Add celery, carrot, onion and bell pepper; cook about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
Stir in Bisquick mix, salt, pepper and thyme.
Stir in water, broth and wild rice.
Heat to boiling, stirring frequently.
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in half-and-half, almonds and parsley.
Heat just until hot (do not boil).
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
To toast almonds, spread in shallow pan. Bake at 350°F for 6 to 10 minutes stirring occasionally until light brown.
Healthy twist :
To cut down on fat and calories, spray the saucepan with cooking spray before heating and omit the butter. Use Bisquick Heart Smart mix, substitute 1 cup evaporated fat-free milk for the half-and-half and decrease almonds to 3 tablespoons.