Riverside, California (NAPSI) - You don’t have to wait for a special occasion to enjoy a great stuffing. Paired with roast chicken and pork chops or stuffed into acorn squash or bell peppers, rice stuffing makes a delicious side dish any day of the year.
Start with U.S.-grown and packaged Royal Blend rice in your next stuffing for a nutty flavor and unique aroma. Made with Texmati white, brown, red and wild rice, the colorful blend is easy to prepare, all natural and great tasting.
This Southern-inspired Pecan Rice Stuffing can easily move to the center of the plate with the addition of chopped rotisserie chicken, smoked turkey breast or even fish.
Royal Pecan Rice Stuffing
¼ cup butter
¾ cup chopped onions
¾ cup chopped celery
3 cups cooked Royal Blend rice
½ cup chopped pecans, toasted
¼ cup chopped parsley
Salt, to taste
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
In large skillet, sauté onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients, mixing well. Spoon into casserole, cover tightly and bake at 375° F, 15−20 minutes.
Tip: Recipe may be doubled and used to stuff a 10−12-lb. turkey.
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