How to Make Wild Rice Stuffing for Turkey - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to traditional holiday meals, turkey is often the star of the show. Whether you're hosting a Thanksgiving feast or a Christmas dinner, the perfect turkey stuffing can make all the difference in your meal. While there are countless stuffing recipes out there, one that often stands out is the wild rice stuffing. This earthy and flavorful stuffing not only complements the tender turkey but also adds a touch of elegance to the meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup hot water
  • 3 cubes chicken bouillon, crumbled
  • 1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice, such as Ben's Original
  • 1 ¼ cups cold water, or as needed to cover
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • 1 cup hot water
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 (5.5 ounce) package seasoned croutons
  • 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 mins
  • Total Time: 11 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Make rice: Combine hot water and crumbled bouillon cubes in a medium saucepan; stir to dissolve. Add wild rice and 1 1/4 cups cold water, or as much needed to cover; bring to a boil.
  • Once boiling, reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until water is absorbed, about 25 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Generously grease a baking dish.
  • Make stuffing: Dissolve bouillon cube in hot water to make broth; set aside.
  • Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir in celery and green pepper; cook until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in reserved broth and transfer mixture to a large bowl. Stir in cooked rice, croutons, and poultry seasoning; transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    184 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 21mg
    • Sodium: 607mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 130mg