Best 12 Contest Winning Mushroom Wild Rice Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our winning Mushroom Wild Rice recipe, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish combines the earthy goodness of wild rice with a medley of succulent mushrooms, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Accompany this main course with a side of our creamy and comforting Butternut Squash Soup, a velvety blend of roasted butternut squash, sweet onions, and aromatic spices. For a refreshing contrast, our Winter Citrus Salad offers a burst of vibrant flavors with its mix of citrus segments, crisp fennel, and tangy dressing. And to satisfy your sweet cravings, our delectable Chocolate Avocado Mousse combines the richness of dark chocolate with the creamy smoothness of avocado, resulting in a guilt-free indulgence. Each recipe in this article is carefully crafted to provide a unique culinary experience, ensuring a memorable and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CONTEST-WINNING CHICKEN WILD RICE CASSEROLE



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While this special chicken and wild rice casserole is perfect for a company dinner, it's so good that I often make it for everyday family meals. We think it is very nice served with some crusty rolls or French bread. -Elizabeth Tokariuk, Lethbridge, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small onion, chopped
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 cup half-and-half cream
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
4 cups cooked wild rice
2 jars (4-1/2 ounces each) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually stir in broth; bring to a boil. Boil and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Stir in the cream, chicken, rice, mushrooms, pimientos and parsley; heat through. , Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 878mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 medium onion, diced
2 1/2 cups wild rice
5 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, sliced with tough stems removed
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large saucepot over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the rice and toast while stirring until it begins to smell nutty, about 1 minute. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook on low until the water is absorbed, about 40 minutes.
  • While the rice is cooking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon butter along with the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the button mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms and thyme and cook, stirring often until they begin to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, season with salt and pepper and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute more.
  • When the rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and gently fold in the mushrooms. Add to a serving bowl and sprinkle with the parsley before serving.

MUSHROOM WILD RICE



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This is one of my favorite recipes from my mother. With only seven ingredients, it's quick to assemble in the morning before I leave for work. By the time I get home, mouthwatering aromas have filled the house. -Bob Malchow, Monon, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/4 cups water
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed beef consomme, undiluted
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed French onion soup, undiluted
3 cans (4 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup uncooked brown rice
1 cup uncooked wild rice

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low until rice is tender, 3-4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 437mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

WILD RICE MUSHROOM CASSEROLE



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"My daughter is a vegetarian, so I'm always looking for meatless dishes she'd enjoy," says Vicki Schrupp. The Little Falls, Minnesota cook beefs up the taste of her creamy rice dish with sauted veggies and chicken broth.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1 celery rib, sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 teaspoons butter
2/3 cup condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring rice, broth and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 45-50 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed., Preheat oven to 350°. In a large nonstick skillet, saute celery, onion and mushrooms in butter until tender. Stir in soup, salt and rice; transfer to a 3-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

MUSHROOM & WILD RICE SOUP



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You can tell how much I adore mushrooms by looking at this recipe. I used four varieties! The wild rice mix helps make it very easy. -Mary McVey, Colfax, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2-1/2 cups water
1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
1 ounce dried shiitake mushrooms
3 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup cold water
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil; add dried mushrooms. Remove from heat; let stand 25-30 minutes or until softened., Using a slotted spoon, remove mushrooms; rinse. Trim and discard stems from shiitake mushrooms. Chop mushrooms. Strain soaking liquid through a fine-mesh strainer. Reserve mushrooms and soaking liquid., In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add fresh and baby portobello mushrooms; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in broth, rice mix with contents of seasoning packet, reserved dried mushrooms and soaking liquid, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender., In a small bowl, mix water and cornstarch until smooth; stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 625mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

WILD RICE MUSHROOM BAKE



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The wild rice adds a wonderful flavor to this casserole. I like to serve it on special occasions. -Jann Marie Foster, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup uncooked wild rice
2 cups boiling water
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3 cups chicken broth
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place wild rice in a large bowl and cover with boiling water; soak for 1 hour. Drain and set aside. , In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender. In a large bowl, combine the mushroom mixture, wild rice, long grain rice, almonds, broth, cream, salt and pepper., Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 75 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 583mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS



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Kardea Brown always looks forward to nights when her mom makes her famous wild rice. "It's bursting with umami goodness," Kardea says, "She's known for it!" After learning the basics from Mom, Kardea put her own spin on the dish by adding mushrooms. She likes serving it with baked chicken or roasted turkey breast, but she swears it's good with everything. "You can't go wrong with this recipe. It's the perfect side!"

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 onion, diced
2 1/2 cups wild rice
5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more if needed
8 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, tough stems removed, sliced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the wild rice and toast, stirring, until it begins to smell nutty, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer over low heat. Cover and cook until the water is absorbed, about 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the button mushrooms, shiitakes and thyme and cook, stirring often, until the mushrooms begin to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic (add more oil to the skillet if it's dry), season with salt and pepper and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 more minute.
  • When the rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and gently fold in the mushroom mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Add to a serving bowl; sprinkle with the parsley.

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS



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In Wisconsin, wild rice is truly wild, not cultivated as in other states, the tassels rising and swaying over rivers, lakes and floodplains come late August and September. Called manoomin by the local Chippewa, it is a protected crop that can be harvested only by state residents holding a valid license. And only by hand, as the Chippewa have always done, using wooden flails gently (the grains should fall from the stalk without great effort) from canoes propelled by paddles or push poles. Shellie Holmes of Rhinelander, Wis., who shares her recipe here, likes to cook wild rice just until it pops open. This is a break with her family's tradition, which favored a chewier texture and did not allow popping. "Do not mix with other rice," she urged, lest you lose the flavor of the wild.

Provided by Ligaya Mishan

Categories     dinner, lunch, side dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces long-grain Wisconsin wild rice
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
1 pound cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt, more to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup dry sherry, such as Dry Sack (do not use cream sherry)

Steps:

  • Bring 5 cups water to a boil. Stir in rice, then reduce heat so liquid is just simmering. Cover and cook until grains just begin to pop, about 40 minutes. Drain excess liquid from rice and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they have released their liquid and are golden brown, about 8 minutes; remove to a plate. Repeat with remaining butter and mushrooms.
  • Return all the mushrooms to the skillet and season with the salt and pepper, to taste. Very carefully add sherry to deglaze the pan, and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated but mushrooms are still moist.
  • Mix mushrooms into prepared rice and season again with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 298, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 203 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 1 gram

WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS



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Time consuming and expensive. Be prepared to give wild rice as much cooking time as possible, occasionally it will require a bit more time as it absorbs water more slowly than regular rice. We often cook this while camping Source: Canadian govt publication

Provided by Chef Shadows

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup wild rice
1/2 cup mushroom, sliced
1 1/3 cups cold water
2 tablespoons green onions
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
2 slices bacon

Steps:

  • Pour cold water over rice in strainer and lift rice with fingers (to remove
  • any impurities).
  • Combine rice and 1 1/3 cups water and bouillon.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer 60 minutes.
  • * Meanwhile cook bacon partially and add mushrooms, green onion and thyme.
  • Cook till bacon is crisp and mushrooms soft.
  • Drain off fat.
  • Add to cooked rice.
  • Season with pepper.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

WILD RICE AND MUSHROOM CASSEROLE



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This hearty mix of wild rice, creamy white beans and aromatic vegetables (spinach, leeks, fennel and mushrooms) makes a satisfying meatless main course or a very substantial side dish for Thanksgiving - and beyond. If you want to go all out, use some exotic mushrooms such as chanterelles, maitake (hen of the woods) or black trumpet, but a basic combination of cremini and shiitake mushrooms also works perfectly.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, casseroles, grains and rice, main course, side dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 1/4 cups vegetable, mushroom or chicken broth or stock
Fine sea salt
1 1/4 cups wild rice, rinsed
10 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed
1 pound sliced mushrooms, preferably a mix of different kinds
3 leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
2 fennel bulbs, trimmed and chopped
5 ounces baby spinach (about 4 cups)
7 fat garlic cloves (4 chopped, 3 finely grated or crushed into a paste)
1/2 tablespoon tomato paste
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 (14-ounce) cans white beans (7 cups)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro (or basil)
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 1/2 cups panko or coarse bread crumbs
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Flaky sea salt, for garnish

Steps:

  • Taste broth; if bland, season to taste with salt. In a medium pot, bring broth to a boil over high heat. Stir in rice, lower heat, cover and simmer until just tender, about 40 minutes or according to package directions. Fluff rice with a fork, cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, sauté vegetables: In a large, heavy skillet, heat 3 tablespoons oil over high heat. Add half the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until brown and crispy, about 8 minutes. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning. Transfer cooked mushrooms to a plate and sprinkle lightly with salt. Repeat with remaining mushrooms and another tablespoon oil, adding more oil to the skillet if it looks dry.
  • In the empty skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Stir in leeks, fennel and 1 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring, until soft but not browned, about 8 minutes. Stir in spinach, chopped garlic, tomato paste and red pepper flakes, and cook until garlic starts turning golden, another 2 minutes. Remove skillet from heat.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees, and oil a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish.
  • In a blender, purée 2 cans beans with their liquid, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 grated garlic clove, and salt to taste. (If your beans are unsalted, they might need more than you'd think.)
  • Stir bean purée, remaining whole beans (drained), mushrooms, cilantro, parsley and cooked wild rice into skillet with vegetables. Taste and add more salt or lemon as needed; it should be well seasoned. Scrape into prepared baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, rosemary, lemon zest, remaining 2 grated garlic cloves and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in 1/4 cup olive oil and Parmesan, if using.
  • Sprinkle evenly on top of casserole and bake until golden, 20 to 30 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving, topped with flaky sea salt.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 692, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 110 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 23 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 686 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

WILD RICE STUFFING WITH WILD MUSHROOMS



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Categories     Fruit     Herb     Mushroom     Rice     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Stuffing/Dressing     Pear     Fall     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
4 large onions (about 2 3/4 pounds), halved, thinly sliced
1 1/4 pounds assorted wild mushrooms (such as crimini and stemmed shiitake), sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
5 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
3 teaspoons chopped fresh sage
1 1/3 cups wild rice (about one 8-ounce package)
1 1/4 cups long-grain white rice
1 3/4 cups coarsely chopped dried pears (about 7 ounces; optional)
3/4 to 1 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onions; sauté until very tender and caramelized, about 25 minutes. Transfer onions to large bowl. Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in same pot over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and 1 tablespoon thyme; sauté until mushrooms are deep brown, about 12 minutes. Add to bowl with onions. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bring broth, 1 tablespoon thyme, and 2 teaspoons sage to boil in heavy large deep saucepan. Mix in wild rice; return to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes. Mix in white rice; cover and simmer until all rice is tender and almost all liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes longer. Stir in caramelized onions and mushrooms, remaining 1 tablespoon thyme, and 1 teaspoon sage. Stir in pears, if desired. Cover and simmer 5 minutes, stirring often. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in 3/4 cup parsley.
  • To bake stuffing in turkey:
  • Loosely fill neck and main cavities of turkey with stuffing. Generously butter baking dish. Spoon remaining stuffing into prepared dish. Cover with buttered foil, buttered side down. Bake stuffing in dish along side turkey until heated through, about 25 minutes. Uncover stuffing. Bake until top of stuffing is slightly crisp and golden, about 15 minutes longer.
  • To bake all of stuffing in baking dish:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish, depending on recipe. Transfer stuffing to prepared dish. Cover with buttered foil, buttered side down. Bake until heated through, about 40 minutes. Uncover and bake until top is slightly crisp and golden, about 20 minutes longer.
  • Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley over stuffing and serve.

WILD RICE WITH WILD MUSHROOMS



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One surprise to Europeans who settled the plains was the abundance of wild mushrooms, including morels, chanterelles, and other varieties familiar from home. Free for the picking, the mushrooms were hung on strings and dried, providing a winter's worth of eating. Wild rice (actually a grass seed) is a New World native that combines well with the earthy mushrooms the French cèpes.

Categories     Mushroom     Rice     Side     Thanksgiving     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups canned chicken broth
3/4 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, rinsed under cold water
1 1/4 cups wild rice, rinsed under cold water
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
9 medium crimini or button mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • Bring broth to boil in small saucepan. Remove from heat; add porcini mushrooms and let stand until soft, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving soaking liquid. Finely chop porcini.
  • Bring medium saucepan of water to boil. Add rice, salt and bay leaves. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until rice is almost tender, about 45 minutes. Drain; discard bay leaves. (Porcini and rice can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover porcini, soaking liquid and rice separately and refrigerate.)
  • Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, garlic, marjoram, thyme and porcini and sauté 5 minutes. Add crimini mushrooms; sauté until tender, about 7 minutes. Add rice and reserved porcini soaking liquid, discarding sediment in bottom. Simmer until almost all liquid absorbed but mixture is still moist, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of mushrooms. This will give your dish a more complex flavor. Some good options include cremini, shiitake, oyster, and chanterelle mushrooms.
  • Soak the wild rice before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the rice more tender.
  • Toast the wild rice before cooking. This will give it a nutty flavor and help to prevent it from sticking together.
  • Use a flavorful broth. This will help to add flavor to the rice and mushrooms.
  • Add vegetables to your dish. This will make it more nutritious and colorful. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers.
  • Season your dish to taste. This may include salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme.
  • Serve your dish with a garnish. This could be something simple like chopped parsley or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Mushroom wild rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or side dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its earthy flavor and hearty texture, mushroom wild rice is sure to please everyone at the table.

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