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Cranberry Wild Rice Stuffing Recipe

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Description

Cranberry wild rice stuffing is a perfect dish to add some festive flavor to your holiday dinner table. This dish is a delicious combination of wild rice, dried cranberries, onions, and celery. The nutty flavor of wild rice and the sweetness of dried cranberries are perfectly balanced by the savory flavor of onions and celery. It's an easy-to-make dish that can be prepared in advance, so you can spend more time with your guests.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this dish is about 10-15 minutes.

Cook Time

Cooking time for this dish is approximately 45-50 minutes.

Ingredients

You will need the following ingredients to make cranberry wild rice stuffing:
  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried sage
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

You will need the following equipment to make cranberry wild rice stuffing:
  • A large saucepan
  • A large skillet
  • A mixing bowl
  • A baking dish

Method

Here's how to make cranberry wild rice stuffing:
  1. In a large saucepan, bring chicken broth and water to a boil.
  2. Add wild rice to the boiling liquid and reduce the heat to low.
  3. Cover the saucepan and let the rice simmer for 45 minutes or until tender.
  4. While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add onions and celery to the skillet and sauté until they are translucent.
  6. Add dried cranberries, dried thyme, dried sage, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
  7. Stir well and cook until the cranberries are plump.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  9. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked wild rice and the onion-celery mixture.
  10. Mix well and transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
  11. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the stuffing is heated through.
  12. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

You can prepare the stuffing a day ahead and refrigerate it. Just reheat it in the oven or microwave before serving.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 8 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 170
  • Total Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 223mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Protein: 3g

Recipe Tips

  • You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth to make this dish vegetarian.
  • You can add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the stuffing to add some crunch.
  • You can also add some cooked sausage or bacon to the stuffing to make it more hearty.
  • If you want a more flavorful stuffing, you can use a combination of fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, and sage instead of dried herbs.

Enjoy this delicious cranberry wild rice stuffing recipe with your family and friends during the holiday season!


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