Wild Rice Stuffing
This Wild Rice Stuffing is a hearty and flavorful side dish perfect for holiday meals or cozy dinners. Packed with earthy wild rice, savory herbs, and aromatic vegetables, it offers a delicious alternative to traditional bread stuffing. For another comforting side, try this Cornbread Casserole Recipe Easy. This easy-to-make stuffing is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
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A gluten-free wild rice stuffing full of fall flavors like herbs, dried cranberries, bacon, mushrooms, and almonds. This easy, no-bake side dish is a sophisticated alternative to traditional bread stuffing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 1x
- Method: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups wild blend rice (Lundberg recommended)
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cook wild rice blend with chicken broth and bay leaf according to package instructions; remove bay leaf and fluff rice with a fork.
- In a large skillet, cook chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy; remove bacon and set aside, leaving bacon fat in skillet.
- Add olive oil to skillet with bacon fat; sauté onions, garlic, and mushrooms until softened.
- Stir in dried cranberries, sliced almonds, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Combine cooked wild rice, sautéed mixture, and crispy bacon in a large bowl; mix well.
- Serve warm as a side dish or keep warm in a crockpot until ready to serve.
Notes
This wild rice stuffing is a great gluten-free alternative to traditional bread stuffing and can be kept warm in a crockpot before serving. Adding roasted butternut squash is a delicious optional variation to enhance fall flavors.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Wild Rice Stuffing ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare this Wild Rice Stuffing a day in advance. Store it covered in the refrigerator and reheat it in the oven before serving. This makes it a convenient option for holiday meals.
What can I substitute for wild rice in this stuffing?
If you don’t have wild rice, you can use brown rice or a wild rice blend. Keep in mind that the unique texture of wild rice is a key feature of this Wild Rice Stuffing, so the substitute will alter the final dish slightly.
Is this Wild Rice Stuffing suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this recipe is vegetarian as written. It uses vegetable broth and does not include any meat products. You can also easily adapt it to be vegan by ensuring your bread and other ingredients are vegan-friendly.
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