TEXAS PECAN RICE

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For a special holiday side dish, I dressed up an old recipe to give it a little more Texas character. Everyone loved the savory flavor and crunchy pecans. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, TX

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3 green onions, sliced
2 cups uncooked long grain brown rice
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cans (10-1/2 ounces each ) condensed beef consomme, undiluted
2-1/4 cups water
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
Toasted pecan halves, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and green onions; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes. Stir in pecans, salt, thyme, pepper and cumin. Add consomme and water; bring to a boil., Bake, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 1 to 1-1/4 hours. Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with bacon and, if desired, pecan halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Sonic Ethnicity
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and can be served warm or cold.


Ricardo Gonzales
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I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a delicious and flavorful dish.


Perwaiz ahmed
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This recipe is so versatile. I've used it as a side dish, a main course, and even a breakfast casserole.


Najma Khatun
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I made this recipe for my picky eaters and they all loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Keith Martinea√π
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and the whole family loves it.


Betthany Cole (NaturesSlave)
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I love the combination of pecans and rice in this dish. It's a unique and flavorful side dish.


Awais jan
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and tastes delicious.


Ch MASOOD
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


Muhammad Awwal
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This is a great side dish for any meal. It's flavorful and has a nice texture.


Yongama Nkumanda
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Clinton Ferron
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This was my first time making Texas pecan rice and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the rice was cooked perfectly.


Ardit Staro
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Marshall Richardson
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This recipe was a hit! The pecan flavor was subtle but added a nice nutty flavor to the rice. The rice was cooked perfectly and had a great texture.