Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

pork sausage

browned

1.25 lb

wild rice

cooked

1 can

mushrooms

2 unit

chicken bouillon cubes

1 cup

hot water

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

1 can

mushroom soup

1 tbsp

chopped onion

chopped

1 jar

chopped pimento

chopped

0.25 cup

slivered almonds

slivered

Step 1
~8 min

Brown the pork sausage in a skillet.

Step 2
~8 min

Wash, cook, and drain the wild rice according to package directions.

Step 3
~8 min

In a large bowl, combine the browned sausage, cooked rice, canned mushrooms, chicken bouillon cubes, hot water, salt, pepper, mushroom soup, chopped onion, and chopped pimento.

Step 4
~8 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 5
~8 min

Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.

Step 6
~8 min

Cover the casserole dish with a lid or aluminum foil.

Step 7
~8 min

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Step 8
~8 min

Remove the cover and sprinkle slivered almonds evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 9
~8 min

Cover again and return to the oven for the last 15 minutes of baking.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~8 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of sherry for enhanced flavor.

Use fresh mushrooms instead of canned for a richer taste.

Toast the almonds before adding them for extra crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a green salad.

Serve as a side dish or a main course.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Cranberry sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common holiday dish in the Midwest.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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