Best 7 Hearty Rice Dressing Recipes

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Are you craving a comforting and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of Southern cuisine? Look no further than hearty rice dressing, a delectable side dish that combines the richness of rice, the savory goodness of sausage, and a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. This classic dish is a staple at family gatherings, potlucks, and holiday feasts, offering a taste of home and tradition. Whether you prefer a moist and fluffy texture or a crispy, golden-brown crust, there's a hearty rice dressing recipe out there to suit your preferences. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate hearty rice dressing that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DIRTY RICE DRESSING



Dirty Rice Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound chicken livers
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
2 large eggplant, diced
1 pound ground beef
5 stalks celery with leaves, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 pound breakfast sausage
3/4 stick butter
1 bell pepper, chopped
Cajun seasoning mix
2 to 4 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 cup green onion tops, chopped

Steps:

  • Begin by putting the chicken livers into boiling water and cook until tender. Remove from the water and put in a food processor and process to a pate-like texture. Set aside.
  • In a separate pot, add the bouillon granules to boiling water, and then add the eggplant. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Brown the meat in a lightly greased, heavy cast-iron pot. Pour off the excess grease. Remove the meat and melt the butter. Add the celery, onions and bell peppers and saute until tender. Add back the chicken livers, meat mixture and cooked eggplant. Add Cajun seasoning to taste. Slowly simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, cook the rice according to package directions and add to the dressing a bit at a time until you achieve the balance that you like of rice to dressing mix. At the very end, add the chopped green onion tops. Simmer for a few minutes longer.

HEARTY RICE DRESSING



Hearty Rice Dressing image

At church socials and family reunions, this satisfying dressing has always been well received. It's a favorite with our family, too. I cut back on the recipe to serve a smaller group. -Ruth Hayward, Lake Charles, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 50 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds ground beef
2 pounds ground pork
2 large onions, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
5 cups water
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed French onion soup
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 tablespoons Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups uncooked long grain rice

Steps:

  • Combine beef, pork and onions. Divide mixture evenly among several large Dutch ovens or stockpots; cook, crumbling meat, over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain., In a large bowl, combine celery, green pepper and pimientos. Add water, soups and seasonings. Stir into Dutch ovens or stockpots, dividing vegetable-soup mixture evenly among them. Bring to a boil; stir in rice., Carefully transfer mixture to three greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes; stir. Cover and bake 30-40 minutes longer or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 293mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

HEARTY RICE NOODLE SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Hearty Rice Noodle Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: vegetable stock, white onion, jalapeño, fresh cilantro, Tasty Hearty Spice Blend, low sodium soy sauce, vermicelli rice noodle, small zucchini, small carrot, firm tofu

Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ cups vegetable stock, or water
¼ cup white onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon jalapeño, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, minced, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon Tasty Hearty Spice Blend
low sodium soy sauce
1 oz vermicelli rice noodle
½ cup small zucchini, cut into ribbons
½ cup small carrot, peeled, cut into ribbons
4 oz firm tofu, cubed

Steps:

  • In a 32-ounce (950 ml) wide-mouth mason jar, combine the vegetable stock, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, hearty spice blend, soy sauce, and noodles. Cover the mouth of the jar with plastic wrap. Microwave on high power for 5 minutes, until the noodles are tender.
  • Peel carrot and zucchini into ribbons.
  • Carefully remove the jar from the microwave and remove the plastic wrap. Add the zucchini, carrot, and tofu. Recover the jar with the plastic wrap and let sit for 5 minutes, until the vegetables soften.
  • Enjoy!

RICE DRESSING



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This yummy rice mixture is a delightful change from our traditional corn bread dressing. To make it a meal in itself, I sometimes add finely chopped cooked chicken and a little more broth before baking. -Linda Emery, Bearden, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups chicken broth, divided
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 cups chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 cans (4 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Fresh sage and thyme, optional

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring 3-1/2 cups broth and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in rice, mushrooms, parsley, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper and the remaining broth. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Garnish with sage and thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HEARTY RICE DRESSING



Hearty Rice Dressing image

At church socials and family reunions, this satisfying dressing has always been well received. It's a favorite with our family, too. I cut back on the recipe to serve a smaller group. -Ruth Hayward Lake Charles, Louisiana

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 1h25m

Yield 45

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds ground beef
2 pounds ground pork
2 large onion, chopped
3 stalk (blank)s celery ribs, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimientos, drained
5 cups water
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed French onion soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 tablespoons Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups uncooked long grain rice

Steps:

  • In several large Dutch ovens or stockpots, cook the beef, pork and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the celery, green pepper and pimientos. Combine water and soups; stir in the Creole seasoning, salt, pepper and cayenne. Stir into meat mixture; bring to a boil. Stir in the rice.
  • Carefully transfer mixture to three greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dishes. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes; stir. Cover and bake 30-40 minutes longer or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 41.9 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 391.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

HEARTY RICE SKILLET



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From a vegetarian cookbook I have- If you use instant brown rice when preparing this, use only 2/3 cup water.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans or 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, cut up
2 cups loose-pack frozen mixed vegetables
1 cup water
3/4 cup quick-cooking brown rice
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill, crushed
3 dashes bottled hot pepper sauce (optional)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (2 ounces) or 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet stir beans, undrained tomatoes, vegetables, water, uncooked rice, thyme or dillweed, and, if desired, hot pepper sauce.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer for 12 to 14 minutes or till rice is tender.
  • Stir in soup; heat through.
  • Before serving, stir in almonds and sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.1, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 808.5, Carbohydrate 52.8, Fiber 14.4, Sugar 11.7, Protein 17.9

HEARTY RICE DRESSING



Hearty Rice Dressing image

At church socials and family reunions, this satisfying dressing has always been well received. It's a favorite with our family, too. I cut back on the recipe to serve a smaller group. -Ruth Hayward Lake Charles, Louisiana

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 1h25m

Yield 45

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds ground beef
2 pounds ground pork
2 large onion, chopped
3 stalk (blank)s celery ribs, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimientos, drained
5 cups water
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 (10.5 ounce) cans condensed French onion soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 tablespoons Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups uncooked long grain rice

Steps:

  • In several large Dutch ovens or stockpots, cook the beef, pork and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the celery, green pepper and pimientos. Combine water and soups; stir in the Creole seasoning, salt, pepper and cayenne. Stir into meat mixture; bring to a boil. Stir in the rice.
  • Carefully transfer mixture to three greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dishes. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes; stir. Cover and bake 30-40 minutes longer or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 41.9 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 391.7 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of rice. Different types of rice will give your dressing a different texture and flavor. For a light and fluffy dressing, use long-grain rice. For a more chewy dressing, use short-grain rice. You can also use a combination of different types of rice.
  • Add some vegetables. Vegetables will add flavor, color, and nutrients to your dressing. Some good options include celery, onion, bell pepper, and carrots. You can also use frozen or canned vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the rice. Overcooked rice will be mushy and won't hold its shape. Cook the rice according to the package directions or until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Let the dressing cool before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the dressing to firm up.

Conclusion:

Rice dressing is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a rice dressing recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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