Minnesota Wild Rice Dressing

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups uncooked wild rice
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1 pound breakfast sausage
• 1/2 cup chopped parsley
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook wild rice according to package directions.
2. In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium heat. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion, celery, and mushrooms until softened.
4. Add rice, sausage, parsley, chicken broth, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until all liquid has been absorbed.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Hearty and filling
• Perfect side dish for a special occasion

User Comments:

• "This dressing is so delicious and has a wonderful wild rice flavor."
• "The sausage adds a great depth of flavor to the dish."
• "I love to serve this dressing with roasted turkey or ham."
• "This is a perfect make-ahead dish that is always a hit with my guests."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality wild rice for the best flavor.
• If you can't find wild rice, you can substitute brown rice.
• Add more or less salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve this dressing warm or at room temperature.