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Apple Rice Stuffing Recipe

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Simple Rice Stuffing Recipe Living Well Spending Less®
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Description

This apple rice stuffing recipe is a delicious and unique twist on traditional stuffing. The combination of sweet apples and savory rice makes for a perfect side dish for your next holiday meal or dinner party.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this dish is around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

Cooking time for this dish is approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 apples, peeled, cored and diced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot with lid
  • Large skillet
  • Baking dish

Method

  1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice and stir well. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the diced apples to the skillet and cook until they are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir well to combine.
  5. Add the dried cranberries, chopped pecans, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper to the skillet and stir well to combine.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until the stuffing is heated through and the top is golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

This recipe can be easily modified to suit your taste preferences. You can add more or less of any ingredient depending on your preference. You can also substitute the dried cranberries with raisins or any other dried fruit of your choice.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves 6 people and has approximately 280 calories per serving.

Recipe Tips

To make this dish even more flavorful, you can add some chopped bacon to the recipe. Simply cook the bacon in the skillet before adding the onion and garlic. You can also add some grated Parmesan cheese to the top of the stuffing before baking for an extra cheesy twist. Lastly, if you have any leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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