Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.75 cup

butter

melted

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

0.5 cup

celery

chopped

1 unit

garlic

minced

4 cup

brown rice

cooked

1 cup

wild rice

cooked

0.5 tsp

rubbed sage

0.5 tsp

dried thyme

0.25 tsp

dried savory

0.5 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

0.5 cup

pumpkin seeds

0.5 cup

slivered almonds

Step 1
~7 min

Melt butter in a frying pan over medium-low heat.

Step 2
~7 min

Add chopped onion, celery, and minced garlic to the melted butter.

Step 3
~7 min

Saute the vegetables until tender-crisp, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 4
~7 min

Combine the sauteed vegetables with the cooked brown rice and wild rice in a large bowl.

Step 5
~7 min

Toss the rice and vegetables to mix thoroughly.

Step 6
~7 min

Add the rubbed sage, dried thyme, and dried savory to the rice mixture.

Step 7
~7 min

Incorporate the chopped fresh parsley, pumpkin seeds, and slivered almonds.

Step 8
~7 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9
~7 min

If stuffing a turkey, stuff the turkey cavity with the mixture.

Step 10
~7 min

Alternatively, bake in a covered baking dish at 325°F (165°C) for 1 hour.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the nuts and seeds before adding for enhanced flavor.

Adjust the amount of seasonings to your preference.

Add dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepared a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted turkey or chicken.

Pairs well with cranberry sauce and mashed potatoes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Turkey
Cranberry Sauce
Mashed Potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Traditional Thanksgiving dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Holiday Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100