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Wild Rice Stuffing
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of wild rice with 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- In a large skillet, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup of diced onion, 1 cup of diced celery, and 1 cup of diced mushrooms. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, and 1 teaspoon of dried sage to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the cooked wild rice and 1/2 cup of chopped pecans. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the wild rice stuffing from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve hot as a delicious side dish for your holiday meal.
Wild rice stuffing has a rich history rooted in Native American cuisine, particularly among the Ojibwe and other tribes in the Great Lakes region. Traditionally, wild rice was harvested by hand from lakes and rivers, and it became a staple ingredient in many indigenous dishes. Over time, this nutritious grain found its way into stuffing recipes, adding a unique texture and nutty flavor. Today, chefs and home cooks across the United States and Canada incorporate wild rice stuffing into their holiday feasts, often infusing it with regional ingredients like cranberries, pecans, and maple syrup. For a standout version, visit restaurants in the Upper Midwest, where wild rice is celebrated as a local delicacy. The key to a perfect wild rice stuffing lies in achieving the ideal balance of flavors and textures, with the wild rice taking center stage. Whether it's served alongside roast turkey or as a vegetarian main dish, this dish is a beloved part of many festive meals.
60 min
8
220 calories
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