Best 6 Wild Rice Harvest Casserole Recipes

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Wild rice harvest casserole is a comforting dish with rich, nutty flavors and a creamy texture. It is typically made with wild rice, vegetables, and a creamy sauce, and can be easily customized to suit your taste and dietary preferences. This versatile casserole can be served as a main course or a side dish, and is a perfect way to warm up on a cold day.

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

WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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Goes great with roast turkey, chicken, salmon, or trout. An impressive dish to have when guests arrive. Very hearty eating.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Rice

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup wild rice, uncooked
2 1/2 cups vegetable broth (chicken broth ok)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Place rice in a strainer or sieve and rinse with cold water for about 1 minute, scouring rice with fingers; drain.
  • Place rice in a saucepan with the broth and salt; bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and cook for 40-45 minutes or until tender and most of liquid is absorbed.
  • If when tender, any liquid remains, drain it.
  • Cook the mushrooms, onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic in butter in a skillet until the onions are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix together the rice, vegetables, and cheese, and spread in a greased 2-quart casserole.
  • Cover the pan and bake at 325F for 35-45 minutes or until the casserole is heated through nicely.
  • Garnish with toasted almonds before serving.

WILD RICE HARVEST CASSEROLE



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Fall is the ideal time to enjoy a big helping of this hearty casserole, packed with wild rice and chicken and topped with cashews. When we serve this for our two daughters' birthday party, it gets raves! -Julianne Johnson, Grove City, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 to 5 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons butter
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 cups chicken broth
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup uncooked wild rice, rinsed and drained
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
3/4 cup cashew pieces
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown chicken and celery in butter. In a large bowl, combine soup and broth until smooth. Add the mushrooms, onion, rice, poultry seasoning and chicken mixture. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Uncover and bake for 30 minutes. Stir; sprinkle with cashews. Return to the oven for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

MINNESOTA WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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I live on a lake where the Native Americans used to harvest the rice. This recipe is excellent as a side dish during the holidays and makes a wonderful stuffing for turkey, chicken or cornish game hens. Also good with wild game.

Provided by Gina Farina

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 31m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb wild rice, cooked according to packaging
1 cup cooked white rice (cooked separately from wild rice)
1 lb bacon
1 medium onion, chopped fine
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced thin
1 stalk celery, sliced
1 medium carrot, peeled and diced small
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon concentrate or 2 -3 chicken bouillon cubes
1/4 cup butter, melted (optional)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • (Properly cooked wild rice should be split and soft.).
  • Fry all the bacon until very crisp. Drain and save some of the fat. Crumble the bacon into little pieces.
  • In some of the reserved bacon fat sauté the vegetables until soft.
  • To the sauteed vegetables, add the chicken bouillon and mix. Then add all the other ingredients. Combine and mix.
  • If the mixture seems dry, add the melted butter.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste (remember, the bacon is salty).
  • Place mixture into a glass casserole dish. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes or until warmed through.

WILD RICE HARVEST CASSEROLE



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Fall is the ideal time to enjoy a big helping of this hearty casserole, packed with wild rice and chicken and topped with cashews. When we serve this for our two daughters' birthday party, it gets raves! -Julianne Johnson, Grove City, Minnesota

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 2h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 cups chicken broth
1 (4.5 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup uncooked wild rice, rinsed and drained
¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
¾ cup cashew pieces
1 teaspoon Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown chicken and celery in butter. In a large bowl, combine soup and broth until smooth. Add the mushrooms, onion, rice, poultry seasoning and chicken mixture. Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour. Uncover and bake for 30 minutes. Stir; sprinkle with cashews. Return to the oven for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender. Garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 49.3 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 807.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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I requested this recipe after sampling it at a Cub Scout potluck. I often make it the night before, regrigerate it and bake it the next day-Elmeda Johnson, East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds ground beef, cooked and drained
2 cans (11-1/2 ounces each) condensed chicken with rice soup, undiluted
1 cup sliced onion
1 cup uncooked wild rice
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon each celery salt, garlic salt and onion salt
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon soy sauce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the beef, soup, onion, rice, mushrooms and seasonings; mix well. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts :

HARVEST RICE DISH



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A variation of a basic rice recipe for the holidays.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup slivered almonds
2 cups chicken broth
½ cup uncooked brown rice
½ cup uncooked wild rice
3 tablespoons butter
3 onions, sliced into 1/2 inch wedges
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 cup dried cranberries
⅔ cup fresh sliced mushrooms
½ teaspoon orange zest
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place almonds on an ungreased baking sheet. Toast at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Mix broth, brown rice, and wild rice in a medium saucepan, and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 45 minutes, until rice is tender and broth is absorbed.
  • In medium skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions and brown sugar. Saute until butter is absorbed and onions are translucent and soft. Reduce heat, and cook onions for another 20 minutes, until they are caramelized.
  • Stir cranberries and mushrooms into the skillet. Cover, and cook 10 minutes or until berries start to swell. Stir in almonds and orange zest, then fold the mixture into the cooked rice. Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 16.9 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 365.6 mg, Sugar 18.7 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor and texture, use a combination of fresh and dried wild rice.
  • If you don't have any dried wild rice on hand, you can use all fresh wild rice. Just cook it for an extra 10 minutes, or until it is tender.
  • Be careful not to overcook the wild rice, or it will become mushy.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this casserole, such as chopped carrots, celery, or onion.
  • To make a vegetarian version of this casserole, simply omit the chicken or turkey.

Conclusion:

Wild rice harvest casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover wild rice. This casserole is also a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. So, next time you are looking for a hearty and healthy meal, give wild rice harvest casserole a try.

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