25 Ways to Use Wild Rice

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25 Ways to Use Wild Rice2/24 Wild Rice Stuffed Squash 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I made this recipe when we invited both our families to celebrate our first Thanksgiving in our new home. There were 37 of us, and those who tried this dish raved about it. —Robin Thompson, Roseville, California Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed squash half: 275 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 593mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 6g fiber), 6g protein. 3/24 Cornish Hens with

They’re a wonderful change of pace from traditional turkey

Wild Rice and Celery 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Stuffed with a succulent combination of wild rice, mushrooms and dried cranberries, these golden hens are sure to become a special-occasion entree in your home. They’re a wonderful change of pace from traditional turkey. —Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 1/2 Cornish hen (calculated with skin removed before serving): 336 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 127mg cholesterol, 819mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch,

Dried cranberries, currants and almonds serve up color and texture

1/2 fat. 4/24 Cranberry Wild Rice Pilaf 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cranberry Wild Rice Pilaf Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This tender side dish is perfect for the holidays or any time you want to add a special touch. Dried cranberries, currants and almonds serve up color and texture. My co-workers all make this rice pilaf for their families. —Pat Gardetta, Osage Beach, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 166 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 382mg sodium, 30g

carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein

carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. 5/24 Spicy Rice Casserole 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Stirring up pork sausage, wild rice and jalapeno to taste makes this a terrific side. Or serve it with cornbread to turn it into a main dish. It’s easy to make ahead and reheat for a potluck meal. —Debbie Jones, California, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 473 calories, 25g fat (8g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 1365mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g

Be prepared to serve seconds!

protein. 6/24 Turkey Wild Rice Soup 46 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Turkey Wild Rice Soup Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 12 servings (about 3 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Two Minnesota delicacies, turkey and wild rice, are the stars of this sensational soup. Be prepared to serve seconds! —Terri Holmgren, Swanville, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 222 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 533mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein. 7/24 Wild Rice and Squash Pilaf 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Wild Rice

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat

and Squash Pilaf Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This pilaf is fantastic with fish or poultry and especially compatible with turkey. Since it’s so colorful, I like to think it makes my turkey dressed for the holidays. —Erica Ollmann, San Diego, California Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 118 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 114mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 8/24 Greek Brown and Wild Rice Bowls 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Greek Brown

and Wild Rice Bowls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 12

and Wild Rice Bowls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 12 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fresh rice dish tastes like the Mediterranean in a bowl! It is short on ingredients but packs in so much flavor. For a hand-held version, leave out the rice and tuck the rest of the ingredients into a pita pocket. —Darla Andrews, Boerne, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 433 calories, 25g fat (4g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 1355mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 8g protein. 9/24 Chicken & Wild Rice Strudels 11 Reviews

Using rotisserie chicken from the store, I found my savory answer

Test Kitchen Approved Chicken & Wild Rice Strudels Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I wanted the buttery crunch of layered pastry without the sweet filling of strudel. Using rotisserie chicken from the store, I found my savory answer. —Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 323 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 550mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein. 10/24 Wild Rice, Quinoa & Cranberry Salad Test Kitchen Approved Wild Rice, Quinoa & Cranberry Salad Recipe photo by Taste

of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 12 servings (3/4 cup each)

of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 12 servings (3/4 cup each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fragrant salad is a vitamin and protein powerhouse. Toss in leftover cooked turkey to make it a meal the next day. —Jerilyn Korver, Bellflower, California Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 317 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 595mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 6g fiber), 11g protein. 11/24 Chicken Wild Rice Soup 136 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Wild Rice Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts) Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m originally from Minnesota, where wild rice grows in abundance and is very popular in recipes. This creamy chicken wild rice soup has been part of our Christmas Eve menu for years. To save time, I cook the chicken and wild rice and cut up the vegetables the day before. —Virginia Montmarquet, Riverside, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 154 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 807mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein. 12/24 Wild Rice Stuffing 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Wild Rice Stuffing Recipe photo by

It’s so moist and tasty

Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Since trying this stuffing recipe from my sister, I haven’t made any other kind. It’s so moist and tasty. When a big bowlful starts circulating around the table, happy holiday smiles get even bigger! —Connie Olson, Green River, Wyoming Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 279 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 806mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein. 13/24 Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole 30 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Contest-Winning Chicken Wild Rice Casserole Recipe photo by

We think it is very nice served with some crusty rolls or French bread

Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While this special chicken and wild rice casserole is perfect for a company dinner, it’s so good that I often make it for everyday family meals. We think it is very nice served with some crusty rolls or French bread. —Elizabeth Tokariuk, Lethbridge, Alberta Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 382 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 878mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein. 14/24 Seafood Casserole 25 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Seafood Casserole Recipe photo by Christine Ma for

It’s hearty, homey and so easy to make

Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A family favorite, this rice casserole is filled with plenty of seafood and veggies. It’s hearty, homey and so easy to make. —Nancy Billups, Princeton, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 585 calories, 34g fat (5g saturated fat), 209mg cholesterol, 1045mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 37g protein. 15/24 Stuffed Pepper Soup 225 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings (2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

We decided to mix similar ingredients for a soup

I was talking about stuffed peppers with the other cooks at the restaurant where I work. We decided to mix similar ingredients for a soup. Customer response was overwhelming! —Krista Muddiman, Meadville, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 337 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 1466mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein. 16/24 Northwoods Wild Rice Salad 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Northwoods Wild Rice Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is my Minnesota version of a vintage German slaw

that’s popular at church suppers

that’s popular at church suppers. The wild rice has a nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with tangy sauerkraut. —Jeanne Holt, St. Paul, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 290 calories, 17g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 747mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein. 17/24 Cashew Rice Pilaf 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Cashew Rice Pilaf Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This hearty dish will add pizazz to your plate with its beautiful blend of flavors and colors. I often serve it as

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