WILD RICE, GOAT CHEESE AND CHORIZO DRESSING

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I first found this watching Bobby Flay on Food TV several years ago. Ever since the first time I made it, I've been required to bring it for every Thanksgiving & Christmas dinner! I've made a few adjustments from the original, partly for our tastes and partly for ease. Hope you enjoy this interesting dressing like we do! :)

Provided by rissatoo

Categories     Rice

Time 1h30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 loaves country bread, cubed & dried
1 lb chorizo sausage
6 -8 cups cooked wild rice (I use Trader Joe's already prepared... I'm lazy!)
1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 cups onions, chopped
3/4 cup celery, chopped
3/4 cup carrot, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped (or 2/3 teaspoons dried)
3 -5 cups chicken stock, approx
16 ounces goat cheese, crumbled (large-ish crumbles)
3/4 cup parsley, chopped (please use fresh!)
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Cube & dry bread. (I do this the night before on baking sheet in a 200° oven, tossing frequently.) Put in large bowl.
  • Cook chorizo thoroughly over medium heat. Drain using colander lined with several paper towels.
  • Sauté onion, celery, carrot in butter until soft. Add garlic & thyme and cook another minute.
  • Combine sautéed mixture, wild rice, parsley and *some* chicken broth with the bread. (You want this to be quite wet. Start with 3 cups of broth & add more until it is.).
  • Add goat cheese and chorizo. Mix lightly so the chevre & chorizo don't 'disappear' completely into dressing.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Butter or Non-stick Spray a large casserole dish (or foil pan(s)). Add dressing and place, uncovered, in a pre-heated 350° oven. Bake 30 - 45 minutes (until heated all the way through & lightly browned). Cover with foil & let rest for approximately 10 minutes.
  • Serve and enjoy!
  • (Leftovers are wonderful. Just sprinkle with more chicken broth & heat.).

Heba Al-Dahbali
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try anyway. I'm glad I did! The goat cheese was actually really good in this salad, and the chorizo and cranberries added a lot of flavor. The dressing was also really good - I u


Rs Dd
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This salad was delicious! The wild rice gave it a nice hearty texture, and the goat cheese and chorizo added a lot of flavor. The dressing was also really good - I used a little less honey than the recipe called for and it was still plenty sweet.


Berket Abadi
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I was looking for a new wild rice salad recipe and this one did not disappoint. The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Lorna Cecilia
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The salad was delicious and the dressing was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Kgomo Godfrey
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the salad was gone in no time. I will definitely be making this again.


Rakib Kegn
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This salad was delicious! The wild rice gave it a nice hearty texture, and the goat cheese and chorizo added a lot of flavor. The dressing was also really good - I used a little less honey than the recipe called for and it was still plenty sweet.


cool fernando
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try anyway. I'm glad I did! The goat cheese was actually really good in this salad, and the chorizo and cranberries added a lot of flavor. The dressing was also really good - I u


Mrfunky 100
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This was a great salad! The wild rice was a nice change from the usual white or brown rice, and the goat cheese and chorizo added a lot of flavor. The dressing was also really good - I used a little less honey than the recipe called for and it was st


Isaac Ramos
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I was looking for a new wild rice salad recipe and this one did not disappoint. The flavors were well-balanced and the salad was very satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Laylaa Lendis
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This salad was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The goat cheese and chorizo were a great combination, and the dressing was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Faisal Majid
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big success. The wild rice and chorizo gave the salad a nice hearty texture, and the goat cheese and cranberries added a touch of sweetness and tang. The dressing was also really good - I used a little less


Sohid ul Islam
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfectly. The dressing was especially delicious, with the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone.


Beki Mekonen
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the salad was gone in no time. I will definitely be making this again.


Lional SKN
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well this dish turned out. I'm not usually a fan of goat cheese, but it really worked in this recipe. The chorizo added a nice kick of flavor, and the wild rice gave the salad a satisfying crunch. I'll definitely be


Angel Peralta
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This wild rice salad was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors and textures was spot-on, with the tangy goat cheese and spicy chorizo perfectly complementing the nutty wild rice and sweet cranberries. The dressing was also a winner, adding