WILD RICE, ALMOND AND MUSHROOM STUFFING

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Wild rice can be the base of a satisfying and refined Thanksgiving stuffing, particularly when it is combined with mushrooms, almonds, sherry and herbs, as it is here. Use this savory mixture to stuff a turkey to serve to the omnivores at your table, or bake it separately and serve it as a side dish, one that is especially good for vegetarians and vegans.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, stuffing and dressing, side dish

Time 1h45m

Yield Stuffing for a 14- to 18-pound turkey

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 quarts chicken stock, turkey stock or vegetable stock
2 cups wild rice
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion or 4 shallots, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 pound mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
1 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup toasted almonds, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup dry sherry
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage, to taste
Black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring stock to a boil in a large saucepan, then add wild rice and salt to taste. When the liquid returns to the boil, lower heat, cover and simmer 40 minutes, until rice is tender and has begun to splay. Drain through a strainer, and set aside.
  • Heat oil over medium heat in a large nonstick skillet, then add onion or shallots. Cook, stirring often, until tender, about five minutes for onions or three minutes for shallots. Add a generous pinch of salt and the garlic. Cook until fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Add mushrooms and celery and cook, stirring, until mushrooms have softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in rice and remaining ingredients. Cook, stirring, until sherry has evaporated. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Remove from the heat, and allow to cool before stuffing your turkey. Or place in an oiled baking dish and cover, then warm for 20 to 30 minutes in a 350-degree oven.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 242, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 565 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Aralda Botshelo
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This stuffing is a bit too bland for my taste. I'm going to add some more herbs and spices next time.


Perry Willis
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my stuffing turned out dry. I'm going to try it again.


Nshabompurira Fortunate
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This stuffing is so delicious and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


judy esler
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I love that this stuffing is made with healthy ingredients.


Shelia McMullan
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This stuffing is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken.


Youbraj Gorkhali
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I made this stuffing for a holiday party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it!


Cristy Benson
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This stuffing is so easy to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Sandery Reyes
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I love the combination of wild rice, almonds, and mushrooms in this stuffing.


ZzZbrain
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This stuffing is a great way to add some extra flavor to your Thanksgiving dinner.


Hawish Rajpoot
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I followed the recipe exactly and the stuffing turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful.


Will Brown
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I'm not a big fan of stuffing, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Md Moksdul
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This stuffing is a great way to use up leftover wild rice. It's also a great make-ahead dish.


Edith Lamin
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Allah nazar khan Nazar khan
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This is the best stuffing I've ever had! It's so flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making it again.


Morati 01
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I wasn't sure how I would like this stuffing, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's really tasty and unique.


Abdur Rahim Ansari
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This stuffing is delicious! I made it for my family and they all loved it. It's definitely a keeper.


Muddassir Ahmed Khan
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I've made this stuffing several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of flavors and textures.


Lucy Olds
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This is my new favorite stuffing recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the nutty flavor of the wild rice and almonds, and the mushrooms add a savory depth of flavor.


Richard Elliott
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This stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! I loved the combination of wild rice, almonds, and mushrooms. It was so flavorful and had a great texture.