Best Ever Rice Stuffing

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 large celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cups chopped carrots
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots and cook until softened about 5 minutes.
3. Add ground pork and cook until browned.
4. Stir in rice, chicken broth, sage, thyme, pepper, and parsley. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Protein: 20 grams
• Fat: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Moist and tender
• Perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion

User Comments:

• "This is the best stuffing I've ever had!"
• "The mix of flavors is incredible."
• "It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If ground pork is not available, ground turkey or beef can be used instead.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the ground pork.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.