WILD RICE WITH DRIED BLUEBERRIES

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I love the combination of rice and fruit, so this is a go-to Thanksgiving side dish at my house. I toss in mushrooms and toasted almonds to enhance the flavor. You can also include dried cherries or cranberries if you like. -Janie Colle, Hutchinson, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
3 cups uncooked wild rice
8 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 cup dried blueberries

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until tender. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine rice, mushrooms, onions, salt and pepper. Pour broth over rice mixture. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until rice is tender. Stir in pecans and blueberries. Cook, covered, 15 minutes longer or until heated through. If desired, top with additional sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Hafiz Muhammad Ikram
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This dish is a great way to add some variety to your weeknight meals. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Christopher Crawford
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I love that this recipe uses dried blueberries instead of fresh blueberries. It's so much easier to find dried blueberries year-round.


Sandip Yadav
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Johnsmith Baz
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great side dish for any occasion.


Muhammad Arfan
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the dried blueberries.


Tayyab Afridi
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I'm not a huge fan of wild rice, but this recipe was actually really good! The dried blueberries and nuts added a lot of flavor and texture.


Savannah Inman
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This dish is a great source of fiber and protein. It's also low in calories and fat, making it a healthy choice for a side dish or main course.


Josa West
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The dried blueberries and nuts add a nice touch of sweetness, while the wild rice and vegetables provide a savory base.


Viiper Gaming
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover wild rice. I always have some leftover after making a big batch, and this is the perfect way to use it up.


Faysal Mahamud
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This dish is so easy to make and so delicious. I love that I can throw it together in a few minutes and have a healthy and satisfying meal.


Bruho
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook wild rice, and this recipe definitely delivered. The dried blueberries added a wonderful depth of flavor.


Umar Jutt
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This recipe is so versatile. I've used it as a side dish, a main course, and even a salad. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


MIAN MUDASSAR ALI
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This dish was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone raved about the unique and delicious flavor.


Suelen Paixao
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Loved the nutty flavor of the wild rice and the sweet and tangy pop of the dried blueberries. Will definitely make this again!


Akhile Akhile
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Estelle Uzih
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I'm not usually a fan of wild rice, but this recipe changed my mind! The dried blueberries and nuts added so much flavor and texture.


Md rashad Md
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This dish was easy to prepare and packed with flavor. I especially loved the addition of dried blueberries, which gave it a touch of sweetness and tartness.


Zahra Jaffar
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I tried this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Ali Pop
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This wild rice dish with dried blueberries was an absolute delight! The flavors were so unique and well-balanced, with the sweet and tangy berries complementing the nutty rice perfectly.