Wild Rice Stuffing Recipe

Name: Wild Rice Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter or bacon fat; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 each onions medium, chopped; 1 1/2 cups wild rice raw; 1 cup walnuts broken; 2 cups celery chopped; 1 teaspoon parsley leaves minced; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1/2 teaspoon sage minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground; 4 cups chicken broth boiling; 1 tablespoon turkey giblets or to taste, chopped

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter or bacon fat
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 each onions medium, chopped
1 1/2 cups wild rice raw
1 cup walnuts broken
2 cups celery chopped
1 teaspoon parsley leaves minced
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon sage minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
4 cups chicken broth boiling
1 tablespoon turkey giblets or to taste, chopped

1
Melt the butter with the oil in a heavy skillet or large saucepan and saute the onion until soft.
2
Add the rice and cook, stirring often, until slightly colored.
3
Add the walnuts, cook for 5 minutes.
4
Add the celery, and cook until the rice is golden.
5
Stir in the herbs and seasonings and the giblets.
6
Pour on the boiling liquid, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes, and the rice is just barely done.
7
Amounts may be adjusted to the size of the bird.
8
This recipe should stuff a 15-lb turkey.

984

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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: 3 tablespoons butter or bacon fat, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 each onions medium, chopped, 1 1/2 cups wild rice raw, and more.

Yes, Wild Rice Stuffing falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Wild Rice Stuffing

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Variations & substitutions

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