Wild Rice Minnesota Style

Transport your taste buds to the heart of the Midwest with this comforting and hearty Wild Rice Minnesota Style recipe. Featuring nutty, tender wild rice simmered to perfection and paired with a medley of vibrant vegetables—carrots, celery, mushrooms, and onions—this dish is elevated with a luscious, creamy broth infused with savory garlic and thyme. Perfect for cozy nights or gatherings, this recipe blends rustic simplicity with rich flavors, showcasing the versatility of Minnesota’s very own wild rice. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an easy, one-pan side dish or light main course that’s sure to impress. Enjoy it garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness! Keywords: Wild Rice Minnesota Style, creamy wild rice recipe, cozy comfort food, easy one-pan dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Wild rice
• 4 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 2 stalks, diced Celery
• 2 medium, diced Carrots
• 1 cup, sliced Mushrooms
• 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the wild rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the wild rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for 40-45 minutes or until the rice is tender but still slightly chewy. Drain any excess water and set aside.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the mushrooms are tender and any liquid has evaporated.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the heavy cream, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and cook the mixture for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Add the cooked wild rice to the skillet, stirring to combine it with the creamy vegetable mixture. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the dish is heated through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2066.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1820.9

Total Fat 112.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 305.8mg	0%
Sodium 3847.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 33.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 178.8mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 1941.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.5%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 35.9%