Best 11 Brown Rice And Pecan Stuffing Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with our delectable Brown Rice and Pecan Stuffing, a culinary symphony of flavors and textures. This dish is a harmonious blend of wholesome brown rice, crunchy pecans, aromatic herbs, and savory spices, all enveloped in a rich and flavorful broth. But that's not all, this article also features a delightful array of stuffing recipes that will elevate your culinary repertoire. Embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of traditional and innovative stuffing recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the classic Herb and Sausage Stuffing to the tangy Cranberry and Apple Stuffing, and the savory Mushroom and Wild Rice Stuffing, you'll find a recipe to suit every palate. Let your creativity shine as you explore the endless possibilities of stuffing, transforming your holiday meals into unforgettable feasts.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BEST EVER RICE STUFFING



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Once you taste this scrumptious stuffing you'll understand why we call it the 'best ever.' It's amazing how pecans and an orange add a flavorful twist to rice stuffing.

Provided by Uncle Ben's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     UNCLE BEN'S®

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (6.0 ounce) package UNCLE BEN'S® Long Grain & Wild Rice Original Recipe
2 tablespoons butter
1 large orange, zested and juiced
½ cup toasted, chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute rice in butter until brown, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in contents of seasoning packet and orange zest.
  • Mix together the orange juice and enough water to equal 2-1/3 cups water and add to rice.
  • Bring to a boil, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes.
  • Stir in toasted pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 541.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

CRANBERRY-PECAN WILD RICE STUFFING



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Mix dried apricots and dried cranberries into this thyme-scented stuffing with crunchy pecans.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 55m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more, for the dish
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups cooked wild rice
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, plus more, for serving
2/3 cup toasted pecan pieces, chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and butter a 2-quart baking dish. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft but not brown, about 10 minutes. Add the thyme and a pinch each of salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from the heat and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add the rice, parsley, pecans, cranberries and apricots to the onion mixture and toss well. Season with salt and pepper. Evenly spread in the prepared baking dish and bake until heated through, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle the top with parsley.

WILD RICE STUFFING WITH APPLES, PECANS AND CRANBERRIES



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Like many Thanksgiving dishes, this pilaf combines sweet and savory foods. Apples and cranberries are high in phenolic acids, which are believed to have antioxidant properties.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Time 3h

Yield Makes about 8 cups, serving 12 to 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups wild rice
3/4 cup short-grain brown rice
6 cups vegetable stock or water
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 small or medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup diced celery
2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
1 tablespoon butter
2 apples, cored and cut in 1/2-inch dice
1/3 cup lightly toasted pecans, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
1/3 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine the wild rice with 4 1/2 cups stock or water in one saucepan and the brown rice with 1 1/2 cups stock or water in another smaller saucepan. Add salt to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer the brown rice for 35 to 40 minutes, until the rice is tender and all of the liquid has been absorbed. Turn off the heat, place a clean kitchen towel over the pot and return the lid. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes. Simmer the wild rice for 40 to 50 minutes, until the grains have begun to splay. Drain through a strainer if there is liquid in the pot, and return to the pot. Place a clean kitchen towel over the pot and return the lid. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • While the grains are cooking, prepare the remaining ingredients. Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until the onion begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the celery and a generous pinch of salt, and continue to cook until the onion is completely tender, another 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook, stirring, until it is fragrant, another 30 to 60 seconds. Remove from the heat and transfer to a large bowl. Add the cooked grains and stir together.
  • Return the skillet to the stove and heat over medium-high heat. Add the butter, and when the foam subsides add the apples. Cook, stirring or tossing in the pan, until lightly colored, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add to the bowl with the grains. Add the remaining ingredients and stir together. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a lightly oiled or buttered baking dish and cover with foil.
  • Warm the stuffing in a 325-degree oven for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 161, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 405 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRANBERRY PECAN BROWN RICE STUFFING



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Cranberry Pecan Brown Rice Stuffing

Provided by Minute® Rice

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups Minute® Brown Rice
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 tsp orange zest
1 tbsp butter
1/2 cup finely sliced celery
2 tbsp minced shallot
1 tsp poultry seasoning
1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Steps:

  • This whole grain take on a Thanksgiving favorite is a great way to switch things up this year. But keep in mind, this dish is great for any day, not just Thanksgiving! The celery and toasted pecans provide a crunchy bite to this delicious dish. Step 1 Prepare rice according to package directions. Step 2 In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, mix together chicken broth, cranberries and orange zest and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Set aside. Step 3 Heat a large saucepan over high heat and add butter. Stir in celery, shallots and poultry seasoning and sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until just starting to soften. Step 4 Stir in cranberry mixture, pecans, parsley, salt, pepper and rice and cook over medium heat for 3 more minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed. Recipe Tips For added flavor, prepare rice with turkey or chicken stock instead of water. To toast pecans, pre-heat oven to 350ºF. Place pecans on a small cookie sheet and bake for 5 minutes. Be careful not to burn.

BROWN RICE AND PECAN STUFFING



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     side dish

Time 45m

Yield About 8 cups, enough for a 12-pound turkey

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried sage
2 cups raw brown rice
3 1/3 cups turkey or chicken stock
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Toast the pecans by tossing them over medium-high heat in a heavy, dry skillet or baking them in a toaster oven until golden brown. Do not allow them to burn. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan. Add the onion and celery and saute over low heat until soft and just beginning to brown. Stir in the thyme, sage and rice. Add the pecans. Add the stock, bring to a boil and boil for two minutes. Lower heat, cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. The rice will still be a little firm, but it will continue cooking when it is stuffed into the poultry.
  • Season the mixture with parsley, lemon juice and salt and pepper. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to use to stuff the turkey. When stuffing, do not pack the mixture tightly because the rice will continue to expand.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 280, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 390 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BROWN RICE STUFFING



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Make and share this Brown Rice Stuffing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Serah B.

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 stalks celery, with leaves, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 carrot, grated
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup white wine
3 cups cooked brown rice
2 teaspoons dried sage
1 tablespoon herbes de provence

Steps:

  • Saute celery, onion, bell pepper and carrot in oil over medium heat until onions are translucent and veggies are tender.
  • Add white wine, sage, herbs de provence and parsley and cook until wine is absorbed, stirring frequently.
  • Add brown rice and continue cooking until heated through, stirring frequently.
  • Serve immediately or use as a stuffing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.3, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 25.1, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.7, Protein 2.2

PECAN-RICE STUFFING



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Why choose between a rice dish and stuffing when you can have both-subtly flavored with sun-dried tomato dressing and spiked with toasted pecan pieces.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
2/3 cup KRAFT Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Dressing
2 tsp. margarine or butter
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken
2 cups hot cooked instant white rice
2/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Bring water, dressing and margarine to boil in saucepan.
  • Stir in stuffing mix; cover. Remove from heat; let stand 5 min.
  • Fluff with fork. Stir in rice and nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 540 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

GLAZED CORNISH HENS WITH PECAN-RICE STUFFING



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Cornish hens bake up with a lovely golden brown shine when they are basted with my sweet and tangy glaze. The traditional rice stuffing has some added interest with crunchy pecans and sweet golden raisins.-Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 Cornish game hens (20 to 24 ounces each)
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups unsweetened apple juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
PECAN RICE:
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon curry powder
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Tuck wings under hens; tie drumsticks together. Rub skin with butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place hens breast side up in a shallow roasting pan., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. Meanwhile, place apple juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook until reduced by half. Remove from heat. Stir in honey and mustard. Set aside 1/2 cup for serving., Brush hens with apple mixture. Bake, basting occasionally with pan drippings, until a thermometer reads 180°, 25-35 minutes longer. Cover hens loosely with foil if they brown too quickly., For pecan rice, heat butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add rice, cumin and curry; cook and stir until rice is lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender, 15-20 minutes. Stir in pecans, onions and raisins., Cover hens; let stand 10 minutes before serving. Serve with rice and reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1075 calories, Fat 68g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 371mg cholesterol, Sodium 905mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 65g protein.

CRANBERRY PECAN BROWN RICE STUFFING



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This stuffing also makes an excellent and flavorful side dish.

Provided by Minute Rice

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Minute® Rice

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups Minute® Brown Rice, uncooked
½ cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon dried orange peel
½ cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon margarine
½ cup celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ cup pecans, chopped and toasted
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare rice according to package directions.
  • In a medium microwave safe bowl, mix cranberries and orange peel with chicken stock and microwave on high for 2 minutes. Set aside. Heat a large sauce pan over high heat and add margarine.
  • Stir in celery, shallot and poultry seasoning and saute 3 minutes. Stir in cranberry mixture, pecans, parsley and rice and cook over medium heat for 3 more minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 35.2 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

CRANBERRY-PECAN BROWN RICE STUFFING



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Make and share this Cranberry-Pecan Brown Rice Stuffing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Skippy BW

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup brown rice
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon dried orange peel
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1 tablespoon margarine
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped (substitute with onions if you want)
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare rice according to package directions.
  • In a medium microwave safe bowl, mix cranberries,orange peel with vegetable broth and microwave on high for 2 minutes. Set aside.
  • Heat a large sauce pan over high heat and add margarine. Stir in celery,shallots and poultry seasoning. Sauté for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in cranberries, orange peel, vegetable broth, pecans, parsley, and rice and cook over medium heat for 3 or more minutes or until liquid is gone.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.4, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 49.6, Carbohydrate 40.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 1.7, Protein 5.4

BROWN RICE WITH ONIONS, GARLIC, AND PECANS



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Make and share this Brown Rice With Onions, Garlic, and Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Grains

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup short grain brown rice or 1 cup white rice
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups water
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped yellow onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup broken pecans
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Using chicken broth [or water for Vegetarian], cook the rice according to the package directions.
  • About 15 minutes before the rice is ready, melt the butter in a skillet over medium low heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and saute', stirring often, until the onion is very soft and begins to color, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and the pecan meats; saute' over medium heat, stirring, until the nuts and onions are golden and the garlic is tender.
  • After done cooking, let the rice stand, covered, for 5 minutes; spoon rice into a bowl, spoon the onions and pecans on top, and fluff with a fork or a chopstick.
  • Garnish with the green onions.
  • Makes 4 servings.
  • This is also good with other types of nut, such as pine nuts, pistachios, and walnuts, and also made with a mixture of white and wild rice; sliced mushrooms are also a good addition.

Tips:

  • Choose a quality brown rice. A good-quality brown rice will have a nutty flavor and a slightly chewy texture. It should also be free of any dirt or debris.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking. Rinsing the rice will help to remove any surface starch, which can make the rice sticky. It will also help to prevent the rice from clumping together.
  • Use the correct ratio of water to rice. The ratio of water to rice is important for getting the right texture of rice. For brown rice, you will need to use 1 1/2 cups of water for every 1 cup of rice.
  • Cook the rice over low heat. Cooking the rice over low heat will help to prevent the rice from becoming mushy. It will also help to preserve the rice's nutrients.
  • Let the rice cool before stuffing. You should let the rice cool slightly before stuffing it into the turkey or chicken. This will help to prevent the rice from becoming too sticky.
  • Add your favorite ingredients to the stuffing. You can add a variety of ingredients to the stuffing, such as vegetables, herbs, and nuts. Some popular options include onions, celery, carrots, parsley, sage, thyme, and pecans.

Conclusion:

Brown rice and pecan stuffing is a delicious and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its nutty flavor and slightly chewy texture, brown rice adds a unique twist to this classic stuffing recipe. The pecans add a touch of sweetness and crunch, while the herbs and vegetables add depth and complexity of flavor. This stuffing is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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