Best 10 Wild Rice Apricot And Pecan Stuffing Recipes

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Wild rice apricot and pecan stuffing is a delightful dish that combines the nutty flavor of wild rice, the sweet and tangy taste of apricots, and the crunchy texture of pecans. This stuffing is perfect for a special occasion meal, such as Thanksgiving or Christmas, but it can also be enjoyed as a side dish for any meal. With its unique flavor and texture, wild rice apricot and pecan stuffing is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. This article will provide you with a recipe for a delicious wild rice apricot and pecan stuffing that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

APRICOT-PECAN WILD RICE



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Dried apricots add sweetness and color to this dish. Seasoned with sage and thyme, the down-home dish is sure to have guests asking for seconds at your house, too.-Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups finely chopped onions
1-1/2 cups finely chopped celery
4 teaspoons canola oil
5 cups cooked wild rice
3/4 pound dried apricots, coarsely chopped
1-1/3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, saute onions and celery in oil for 5 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the remaining ingredients. , Spoon into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WILD RICE STUFFING WITH DRIED APRICOTS AND PECANS



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Make and share this Wild Rice Stuffing with Dried Apricots and Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Rice

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups wild rice
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup chopped dried apricot
2 stalks celery, chopped well
2 carrots, shredded
1 yellow onion, diced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium high heat combine the rice, stock, 1/4 t.
  • salt and 2 cups water.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer, cover and cook, stirring often, until rice is tender, about 40 minutes.
  • If all the liquid isnt absorbed dont worry about it, as long as the rice is done.
  • Add the apricots, celery, carrots, onions and nuts to the rice mixture, stir and cover for 15 minutes.
  • Taste and add remaining salt if you want and pepper to taste.
  • Drain if needed.
  • Stuff bird or place in a buttered casserole dish and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 1.8, Sodium 255.2, Carbohydrate 44.1, Fiber 5, Sugar 10.2, Protein 8.9

CRANBERRY-PECAN WILD RICE STUFFING



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Mix dried apricots and dried cranberries into this thyme-scented stuffing with crunchy pecans.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 55m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more, for the dish
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups cooked wild rice
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more, for serving
2/3 cup toasted pecan pieces, chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and butter a 2-quart baking dish. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft but not brown, about 10 minutes. Add the thyme and a pinch each of salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from the heat and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add the rice, parsley, pecans, cranberries and apricots to the onion mixture and toss well. Season with salt and pepper. Evenly spread in the prepared baking dish and bake until heated through, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle the top with parsley.

WILD RICE STUFFING WITH APPLES, PECANS AND CRANBERRIES



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Like many Thanksgiving dishes, this pilaf combines sweet and savory foods. Apples and cranberries are high in phenolic acids, which are believed to have antioxidant properties.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 3h

Yield Makes about 8 cups, serving 12 to 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups wild rice
3/4 cup short-grain brown rice
6 cups vegetable stock or water
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small or medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup diced celery
2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
1 tablespoon butter
2 apples, cored and cut in 1/2-inch dice
1/3 cup lightly toasted pecans, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
1/3 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine the wild rice with 4 1/2 cups stock or water in one saucepan and the brown rice with 1 1/2 cups stock or water in another smaller saucepan. Add salt to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer the brown rice for 35 to 40 minutes, until the rice is tender and all of the liquid has been absorbed. Turn off the heat, place a clean kitchen towel over the pot and return the lid. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Simmer the wild rice for 40 to 50 minutes, until the grains have begun to splay. Drain through a strainer if there is liquid in the pot, and return to the pot. Place a clean kitchen towel over the pot and return the lid. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • While the grains are cooking, prepare the remaining ingredients. Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until the onion begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the celery and a generous pinch of salt, and continue to cook until the onion is completely tender, another 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook, stirring, until it is fragrant, another 30 to 60 seconds. Remove from the heat and transfer to a large bowl. Add the cooked grains and stir together.
  • Return the skillet to the stove and heat over medium-high heat. Add the butter, and when the foam subsides add the apples. Cook, stirring or tossing in the pan, until lightly colored, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add to the bowl with the grains. Add the remaining ingredients and stir together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a lightly oiled or buttered baking dish and cover with foil.
  • Warm the stuffing in a 325-degree oven for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 161, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 405 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

APRICOT RICE STUFFING



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This fruit rice stuffing accompanies roast duck as part of our traditional New Year's Day dinner. It's also an attractive side dish to serve alongside Cornish game hens and chicken. -Katrina Forar, Lakewood, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup butter or margarine
3 cups cooked rice
3/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in the rice, apricots, parsley and seasonings. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

WILD RICE, FRUIT, AND PECAN STUFFING



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Cooking times for wild rice vary from brand to brand by as much as 30 minutes. We recommend using Grey Owl Canadian Lake (greyowlwildrice.com).

Provided by Sarah Dickerman

Categories     Fruit     Side     Thanksgiving     Dinner     Stuffing/Dressing     Cranberry     Apricot     Pecan     Fall     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Wild Rice     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
3 large celery stalks, finely chopped
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups wild rice
2 cups low-salt chicken or turkey broth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more
3/4 cup (3 ounces) pecans
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup (about 3 ounces) dried apricots, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup (about 2 1/2 ounces) golden raisins
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup (about 4 ounces) fresh cranberries, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced small celery stalks (from celery heart)
1/2 cup celery leaves from celery heart, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped celery and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and almost translucent, about 8 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add wild rice; stir for 1 minute. Add broth, bay leaf, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 1/2 cups water; increase heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes. Uncover, stir, and continue cooking, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 20-40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 325°F. Spread out pecans on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast until fragrant, 5-7 minutes. Let cool; coarsely chop. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Store nuts airtight at room temperature. Let stuffing cool, then cover and chill. Rewarm over medium heat, adding water by tablespoonfuls if too dry, before continuing.
  • Discard bay leaf. Stir in dried cranberries, apricots, and raisins. Let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • Season rice to taste with salt and pepper. Fold pecans, sliced cranberries, and sliced celery into mixture. Garnish with celery leaves.

WILD RICE & PECAN STUFFING FOR POULTRY



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Make and share this Wild Rice & Pecan Stuffing for Poultry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

7 cups chicken broth or 7 cups vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 cups wild rice
1 1/2 cups long grain rice (basmati)
1/2 cup butter
2 large onions, chopped
1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
1/2 lb mushroom, cleaned & sliced
4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/4 cup madeira wine
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
3/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Bring 6 1/2 cups of the broth and the bay leaf to a boil (use a fairly large saucepan).
  • Add wild rice and simmer the wild rice covered for 30 minutes, add long grain rice, keep covered and cook for apprx 20 minutes more.
  • Watch that the rice does not burn because the stock will be absorbed (if necessary add a touch of water if the rice is not cooked) Transfer the rice to a large bowl.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet, add onions& celery, saute for 10 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms, garlic & thyme, continue sauteing until the mushrooms are tender (8 minutes) Add Madeira, bring to a boil.
  • Pour mushroom mixture over the rice.
  • Stir in the beaten eggs and remaining 1/2 cup stock.
  • Add pecans & parsley.
  • mix well.
  • Ready to stuff your favorite bird as soon as it has cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1, Fat 16.4, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 55.6, Sodium 528.4, Carbohydrate 39.7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.1, Protein 10.5

APRICOT AND PECAN TURKEY STUFFING



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Nutty, fruity apricot stuffing that tastes amazing baked in the bird or by itself.

Provided by Jenny

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ½ cups fat-free chicken broth
1 cup chopped dried apricots
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 cup diced celery
2 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and cubed
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons rubbed dried sage
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
16 ounces seasoned bread crumbs
2 cups coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat broth in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling, about 5 minutes. Add apricots, remove from the heat, and let sit until apricots are plump, about 15 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a large pan or Dutch oven over low heat. Add onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add broth-apricot mixture, apples, thyme, sage, and pepper; stir until combined. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Add bread crumbs gradually, folding them in until stuffing is moist but not sticky. Mix in the pecans. Transfer to a casserole dish and cover with a lid or aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 5.3 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 394.7 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

WILD RICE STUFFING WITH PEARL ONIONS, DRIED CHERRIES AND APRICOTS



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Categories     Onion     Rice     Side     Thanksgiving     High Fiber     Stuffing/Dressing     Raisin     Apricot     Cherry     Pecan     Fall     Thyme     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
18 ounces pearl onions, blanched in boiling water 1 minute, peeled
4 1/2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 1/4 cups wild rice (about 6 1/2 ounces)
1 1/4 cups long-grain white rice
1 6-ounce package dried apricots, coarsely chopped
1 cup dried tart cherries
1 cup raisins
1 cup pecans, toasted, chopped

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until brown, about 15 minutes. Set aside.
  • Bring 4 1/2 cups broth and 1 tablespoon thyme to boil in large saucepan. Add wild rice; bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes. Add white rice; cover and simmer until all rice is tender and liquid is almost absorbed, about 15 minutes longer.
  • Stir dried apricots, dried cherries, raisins and 2 tablespoons thyme into rice mixture; cover and simmer 3 minutes. Stir pearl onions and remaining 4 tablespoons butter into rice. Mix in pecans. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • To bake stuffing in turkey:
  • Loosely fill main cavity with cool stuffing. Butter glass baking dish. Spoon remaining stuffing into prepared dish. Cover with buttered foil, buttered side down. Bake stuffing in dish alongside turkey until heated through, about 20 minutes.
  • To bake all of stuffing in baking dish:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Transfer stuffing to prepared dish. Cover with buttered foil, buttered side down, and bake until heated through, about 30 minutes.

ANY-ROAST APRICOT & PECAN STUFFING



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You can't quite beat homemade stuffing- mix pork mince with fruit and nuts and freeze until you need it

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Side dish

Time 30m

Yield Makes 4 batches

Number Of Ingredients 12

50g butter
2 onions , halved and sliced
4 celery sticks, chopped
200g semi-dried apricot , halved
3 garlic cloves , chopped
140g pecan , roughly broken
1 tsp ground nutmeg
200g fresh breadcrumb
500g pack pork mince
1 large egg
3 tbsp chopped soft thyme leaf
small pack chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large pan, add the onions and celery, and briefly cook until they start to soften. Stir in the apricots and garlic, and cook a few mins more. Add the pecans and nutmeg, and cook, stirring until the nuts are lightly toasted. Leave to cool.
  • Stir in the breadcrumbs, mince, egg and herbs with 1 tsp salt and lots of pepper, then divide the mixture into 4, pack into bags and freeze. Will keep for 3 months.
  • One batch will make 12 stuffing balls or can be used to stuff roast pork or chicken. Two batches will fill a 1lb loaf tin, lined with streaky bacon that can be sliced, while 2 - 3 will stuff a medium-to-large turkey.
  • Cook at 200C/180C/gas 6 for 30 mins if rolling into balls, 45 mins if cooking in a loaf tin, or use to stuff the neck of your favourite roast bird, cooking for the same time as indicated in the recipe.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right rice: Wild rice is the traditional choice for this stuffing, but you can also use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option.
  • Toast the nuts and seeds: Toasting the pecans and sunflower seeds brings out their flavor and makes them more crunchy.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like sage, thyme, and rosemary add a lot of flavor to the stuffing. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount.
  • Don't overcook the stuffing: The stuffing should be cooked through, but not mushy. Overcooked stuffing will be dry and unappetizing.
  • Serve the stuffing immediately: Stuffing is best served hot out of the oven. If you need to make it ahead of time, you can cook it and then reheat it in a 350°F oven for about 15 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Wild rice apricot and pecan stuffing is a delicious and festive side dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy cooks. With its combination of flavors and textures, this stuffing is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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