Wild Rice Stuffing with Cranberries, Bacon and Pecans

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
4%
Wild Rice Stuffing with Cranberries, Bacon and Pecans
70 min.
8
333kcal

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Looking for a delicious and hearty side dish that will impress your guests? Look no further than this Wild Rice Stuffing with Cranberries, Bacon, and Pecans! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only popular among food lovers, but it also brings a delightful combination of flavors and textures to your table.

The nutty wild rice serves as the perfect base, absorbing the rich flavors of crispy bacon and savory chicken broth. The addition of sweet dried cranberries adds a burst of tartness, while toasted pecans provide a satisfying crunch. With aromatic thyme and tender celery, this stuffing is a symphony of taste that complements any main dish.

Ready in just 70 minutes, this recipe serves eight, making it ideal for family gatherings or holiday feasts. Each serving is packed with 333 calories, offering a balanced caloric breakdown of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Whether you're hosting a Thanksgiving dinner or simply looking to elevate your weeknight meals, this Wild Rice Stuffing is sure to become a favorite in your household.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that not only nourishes but also delights the senses. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon cut into 1-inch pieces
  • cups celery chopped
  • 14 oz chicken broth canned
  • 0.8 cup cranberries dried
  • cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried crushed
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • 1.3 cup rice long grain wild uncooked (I used and rice)

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Rinse wild rice in cold water.
  2. Drain well; set aside. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
  3. Remove bacon, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in saucepan.
  4. Drain bacon; set aside.
  5. Add onion to saucepan; cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add wild rice; cook and stir for 3 minutes.
  7. Add chicken broth, water, sherry and thyme. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat. Stir in celery and dried cranberries. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  9. Transfer rice mixture to a 2-quart casserole. Cover and bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, stirring once. Stir in pecans and bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories333kcal
Protein20.38%
Fat35.67%
Carbs43.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.9
Glycemic Load
14.47
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.0743478018305%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.73mg
Delphinidin
0.46mg
Catechin
0.45mg
Epigallocatechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.73mg
Luteolin
0.38mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.28mg
Quercetin
4.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:332.7kcal
16.64%
Fat:13.22g
20.34%
Saturated Fat:3.04g
19.02%
Carbohydrates:36.65g
12.22%
Net Carbohydrates:34.29g
12.47%
Sugar:9.72g
10.8%
Cholesterol:32.07mg
10.69%
Sodium:335.72mg
14.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17g
33.99%
Manganese:0.68mg
34.02%
Selenium:16.21µg
23.16%
Phosphorus:155.16mg
15.52%
Zinc:2.05mg
13.66%
Vitamin B3:2.34mg
11.69%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.59%
Copper:0.19mg
9.74%
Fiber:2.35g
9.4%
Vitamin K:9.73µg
9.27%
Vitamin B12:0.55µg
9.19%
Magnesium:31.24mg
7.81%
Potassium:258.24mg
7.38%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.17%
Iron:1.26mg
6.99%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.17%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.2%
Folate:17.67µg
4.42%
Vitamin A:221IU
4.42%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.24%
Calcium:37.1mg
3.71%
Vitamin C:2.75mg
3.34%
Source:Tidy Mom