OPA GEORGE'S WILD RICE

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Combining wild rice, mushrooms, nuts, green onions, and sour cream, my father's recipe goes very well with any game dish. The recipe calls for fresh or dried morel mushrooms, which give the recipe its best flavor, but any type of mushroom, fresh or dried, should work well. Similarly, he always used chestnuts, but we have found that pecans and hazelnuts (and, probably walnuts or cashews) work just as well. Preparation time depends on whether one is using dried mushrooms or not.

Provided by JessKZ

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups water
1 cup wild rice
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup coarsely chopped fresh morel mushrooms
½ cup coarsely chopped roasted chestnuts
2 green onions, chopped
6 ounces sour cream
1 green onion, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water, wild rice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a heavy saucepan; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the wild rice is tender, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Stir morel mushrooms, chestnuts, and 2 chopped green onions into the rice; simmer until mushrooms and green onions are tender, another 15 minutes.
  • Drain any excess liquid. Mix sour cream and 1 chopped green onion into wild rice mixture; season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 12.5 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 215.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Trina Michelle Hurst
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken.


sweet shopno
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or holiday dinner. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Veto Garcia
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I love that this dish can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Adrian Hernandez
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to be a hit.


Frosting guy
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I'm a big fan of wild rice, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's the perfect balance of savory and sweet, and the pecans add a nice crunch.


Robert Mckenzy
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This dish is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. The flavors are amazing and the texture is perfect.


brianna roblox gamer
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook wild rice. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire. It's flavorful, easy to make, and a hit with my family.


Karmesh Shrestha
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This wild rice dish is a healthy and satisfying meal. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins. I feel good about serving it to my family.


Julius Mutumane
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I've made it with different types of nuts and dried fruits, and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up whatever you have on hand.


bogere james
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This dish is a great make-ahead option. I like to cook it on the weekend and then reheat it during the week for easy lunches or dinners.


Rebecca Kondratyev
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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the bacon from this recipe. It was still delicious! The cranberries, pecans, and green onions added plenty of flavor and texture.


Omikunle Daniel
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This wild rice dish is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. I also like to add some chopped vegetables, such as celery, carrots, and peas, to make it a complete meal.


Zay Lovett
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I especially appreciated that the recipe was easy to scale up to feed a crowd.


Mehedi X X
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5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to follow and the results are amazing. The wild rice is cooked perfectly and the flavors are well-balanced. I love that it's a one-pot dish, which makes cleanup a breeze.


M.F_Editts creations
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This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the delicious flavors and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Iberedem Akpan
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I'm not usually a fan of wild rice, but this recipe changed my mind. The bacon, cranberries, and pecans added so much flavor and texture that I couldn't get enough. I'll definitely be making this again!


Rofiq Khan
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This wild rice dish was an absolute delight! The combination of ingredients created a symphony of flavors that tantalized my taste buds. The wild rice had a nutty flavor that paired perfectly with the smokiness of the bacon and the sweetness of the c