Best 11 Wild Rice Pilaf Bake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Wild Rice Pilaf Bake, a harmonious blend of earthy wild rice, aromatic spices, and tender vegetables, topped with a golden-brown crust. This wholesome dish tantalizes taste buds with its nutty flavor and fluffy texture. It's a versatile culinary creation that can be enjoyed as a main course or a hearty side dish.

Discover three variations of this delectable bake:

1. **Classic Wild Rice Pilaf Bake:** Experience the timeless flavors of the original recipe. Savor the nutty goodness of wild rice complemented by a medley of colorful vegetables, savory herbs, and a hint of lemon zest.

2. **Southwestern Wild Rice Pilaf Bake:** Embark on a culinary journey to the Southwest with this flavorful variation. Roasted corn, black beans, and a blend of chili spices add a vibrant kick to the classic recipe.

3. **Mediterranean Wild Rice Pilaf Bake:** Transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. Sun-dried tomatoes, briny olives, and tangy feta cheese infuse this bake with a delightful Mediterranean flair.

Each recipe promises a unique taste experience, ensuring there's a perfect Wild Rice Pilaf Bake for every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY WILD RICE PILAF



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This tender side dish is perfect for the holidays or any time you want to add a special touch. Dried cranberries, currants and almonds serve up color and texture. My co-workers all make this rice pilaf for their families. -Pat Gardetta, Osage Beach, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup uncooked wild rice
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup medium pearl barley
1/4 cup dried currants
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a saucepan, combine wild rice and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in barley, currants and butter. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. , Bake, covered, until wild rice and barley are tender, 50-60 minutes. Stir in almonds and cranberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges

WILD RICE AND BARLEY PILAF (OVEN-BAKED)



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A nutty, earthy side dish for pork, beef or chicken.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 c sliced almonds
1 small yellow onion, peeled and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2/3 c wild rice, uncooked
1/3 c pearl barley, uncooked
2 c chicken or beef broth
1/2 c dry white wine
1/4 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 c fresh chopped parsley
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a 2 1/2 quart casserole with a lid with nonstick cooking spray.
  • 2. Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add almonds and stir until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add onion and garlic and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • 3. Stir in wild rice and barley. Add stock, wine and seasonings. Stir and bring to a boil.
  • 4. Transfer to prepared casserole. Cover and bake until rice and barley are tender and liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • 5. Stir and serve.

OVEN-BAKED WILD RICE PILAF WITH MUSHROOMS



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Make and share this Oven-Baked Wild Rice Pilaf With Mushrooms recipe from Food.com.

Provided by VegSocialWorker

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 leek, white and green parts thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
10 ounces sliced mushrooms (about 3 1/2 cups)
2 garlic cloves, minced (about 2 tsp)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 1/2 cups wild rice
1/4 cup madeira wine
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
3 cups low sodium vegetable broth
1/2 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup pine nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Heat oil in a large dutch oven over medium heat. Add leeks and cook for 5 minutes or unil soft, stirring often.
  • Raise heat to medium, add mushrooms and cook for 7 minutes, or until liquid has evaporated and mushrooms begin to brown.
  • Srir in garlic and thyme, and cook 1 minute or until fragrant.
  • Stir in rice. Add wine and soy sauce, simmer 2 minutes or until almost all of the liquid has been absorbed. Add broth and 1 cup of water and return to a simmer.
  • Place lid on Dutch oven and bake 45 minutes. Remove lid, and bake 30 minutes more or until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Remove from oven, cover and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Fold in peas and pine nuts. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.9, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 183.7, Carbohydrate 55.3, Fiber 6, Sugar 5, Protein 13.8

WILD RICE PILAF



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This is a savory change from the usual white or brown rice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup walnut pieces
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 shallots, finely chopped
1 cup mix of long-grain and wild rice
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a medium saucepan with a lid over medium. Add walnuts, and toast, tossing, until lightly browned and fragrant, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove walnuts; set aside.
  • In same saucepan, heat oil over medium-low. Add shallots; cook until translucent, 2 to 4 minutes. Add rice mix and 2 cups water; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover, and reduce heat to medium-low; cook until tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Serve, topped with walnuts and, if desired, parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g

OVEN BAKED FANCY WILD RICE PILAF



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This is a recipe I have made for ages...I got it out of a recipe book from the old Hudsons Department Store Recipe Book called "With Warmest Regards". A wonderful recipe to serve a lot of people for a special occasion.

Provided by CIndytc

Categories     Brown Rice

Time P1DT10m

Yield 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed French onion soup
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (7 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 (6 ounce) can diced water chestnuts
1 cup brown rice
1/2 cup wild rice, rinsed
garlic salt

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients.
  • Transfer mixture to a 2 Quart casserole dish.
  • Cover and bake for about 1 hour, until all liquid has been absorbed and rice is tender. Very easty to double as I do it all the time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.7, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 21, Sodium 1189.7, Carbohydrate 46, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.2, Protein 8.9

WILD RICE PILAF



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
Kosher salt
2 cups pure wild rice (10 to 12 ounces)
1/4 cup finely chopped scallions, white and green parts (2 scallions)
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a medium saucepan, add the onion, and cook over low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, until translucent. Add 5 cups of water, 2 teaspoons of salt, and the wild rice. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to very low, and simmer, covered, for 50 minutes to 1 hour, until the rice is tender. Drain well.
  • Place the drained rice in a bowl, add the remaining tablespoon of butter, the scallions, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper. Taste for seasonings and serve hot.

BAKED GARLIC RICE PILAF



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This is so good, it's hard to stop eating it. Great texture with crunchy edges, great flavor with garlic and black pepper. I like to serve it with poultry, pork, or fish. Plan ahead, it bakes for 70 minutes.

Provided by Northwest Lynnie

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 1h20m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375*.
  • Heat butter in a skillet; add garlic and rice and cook until both are golden brown.
  • Add 1 cup of broth and the salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil and pour into a covered casserole; bake for 25 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups broth; cook for another 45 minutes.
  • This can be doubled without increasing the cooking time.

BROWN AND WILD RICE PILAF



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Make and share this Brown and Wild Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Rice

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup soft-tub margarine
1/2 cup sliced mushroom
1/4 teaspoon sage
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3 1/2 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • Cook and stir in brown rice, wild rice, onion and celery in margarine until onion is tender.
  • Stir in mushrooms, sage, marjoram, thyme and stock.
  • Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour into ungreased 1 1/2-quart casserole.
  • Cover tightly.
  • Bake in 350-degree oven until all liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour.

MUSHROOM-WILD RICE PILAF



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Progresso® broth provides a tasty addition to this mushroom and rice pilaf - a perfect side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh baby portabella mushrooms
1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
1/2 cup uncooked regular brown rice
2 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef-flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of the butter over medium-high heat. Cook onion in butter 3 minutes. Add mushrooms; cook 3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender and mushrooms are golden. Add wild rice and brown rice; cook and stir 1 minute.
  • Stir in broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 45 to 50 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons butter, the thyme, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 347 mg

WHITE & WILD RICE PILAF



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Oh, I just love rice pilaf! This one is from a Swanson Broth Creative Cooking recipe pamphlet. Just remember that the broth is already diluted, so don't add water! Also, feel free to add other herbs of your choice.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup sliced celery
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
2 (14 ounce) cans swanson vegetable broth
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet.
  • Add onion, carrots, celery and garlic and cook until tender.
  • Add wild rice and broth.
  • Heat to a boil.
  • Cover and cook over low heat for 25 minutes.
  • Add white rice.
  • Cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes or until done.
  • Stir in parsley.

WILD RICE AND SQUASH PILAF



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This pilaf is fantastic with fish or poultry and especially compatible with turkey. Since it's so colorful, I like to think it makes my turkey dressed for the holidays. -Erica Ollmann, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1-1/2 cups finely chopped peeled winter squash
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups cooked wild rice
1/2 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried savory
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the mushrooms, squash, onions and green pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer., Stir in the rice, broth, soy sauce and savory. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 13-15 minutes or until squash is tender. Stir in almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 114mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use a good quality wild rice blend for the best flavor and texture.
  • Rinse the wild rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Toasting the wild rice before cooking helps to bring out its nutty flavor.
  • Use a flavorful broth to cook the wild rice, such as chicken broth or vegetable broth.
  • Add some chopped vegetables, herbs, or nuts to the wild rice pilaf for extra flavor and texture.
  • Bake the wild rice pilaf in a covered baking dish for even cooking.
  • Let the wild rice pilaf rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Wild rice pilaf is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is also a good source of fiber and protein. With its nutty flavor and chewy texture, wild rice pilaf is a surefire hit at any gathering. So next time you are looking for a side dish that is both flavorful and healthy, give this wild rice pilaf bake a try.

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