Crown Roast With Wild Rice, Dried Cherry and Hazeln

Name: Crown Roast With Wild Rice, Dried Cherry and Hazelnut Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon dried thyme; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 crown roast of lamb; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 small onion, peeled and finely chopped; 1 1/4 cups wild rice, uncooked; 3 3/4 cups water; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste; 1/2 cup tart dried cherries; 3/4 cup toasted and skinned hazelnuts, coarsely chopped; Freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 crown roast of lamb
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 1/4 cups wild rice, uncooked
3 3/4 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
1/2 cup tart dried cherries
3/4 cup toasted and skinned hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
Freshly ground pepper to taste

1
To make the lamb, combine the thyme, garlic, salt and pepper.
2
Rub the mixture all over the roast.
3
Bake, using recipe for Basic Crown Roast of Lamb (see recipe).
4
To make the stuffing, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
5
Add the onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
6
Stir in the wild rice.
7
Add the water and 1 teaspoon of the salt.
8
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
9
Cover and cook for 45 minutes.
10
Drain.
11
Stir in cherries, hazelnuts, remaining salt and pepper.
12
Remove the roast from the oven.
13
Turn roast over, place on a platter, and fill the cavity with the stuffing.
14
Place into a serving dish any stuffing that doesn't fit.
15
Serve immediately.

316

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon dried thyme, 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Crown Roast With Wild Rice, Dried Cherry and Hazelnut Stuffing falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crown Roast With Wild Rice, Dried Cherry and Hazelnut Stuffing

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