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Cozy Thanksgiving Wild Rice Recipe Perfect for Fall

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A comforting and flavorful wild rice dish packed with nutty textures, sweet cranberries, and savory herbs, perfect for Thanksgiving or a cozy fall evening.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup wild rice blend (black and brown wild rice)
  • 2 ½ cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil for a vegan option
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced finely
  • 2 ribs celery, chopped into small pieces
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup pecans, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Wild Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine the wild rice blend with the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 40-45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Veggies: Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Add the Mix-Ins: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cooked wild rice, dried cranberries, and chopped pecans. Mix well to combine.
  4. Season and Garnish: Sprinkle in the chopped parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Let the dish warm through for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional parsley or pecans if desired.

Notes

[‘Wild rice takes longer to cook than white rice, so give it the full simmering time for the best texture.’, ‘Toast the pecans in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before adding them to the dish for extra flavor.’, ‘Fresh thyme and parsley are perfect here, but sage or rosemary can add a lovely twist too.’, ‘You can cook the wild rice a day ahead and store it in the fridge to save time on the big day.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning at the end, as broths vary in saltiness.’]

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Keywords: Thanksgiving, Wild Rice, Fall Recipe, Side Dish, Healthy, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Holiday Recipe

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