Wild Rice Dressing with Roasted Grapes and Walnuts
Wild Rice Dressing with Roasted Grapes and Walnuts is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionMelt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
Add shallots and celery.
Cook until soft, stirring frequently, about 8 minutes.
Add wild rice, 4 1/2 cups broth, thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt; bring to simmer.
Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 30 minutes.
Add brown rice, cover, and simmer until rice is tender but firm, adding more broth by 1/4 cupfuls if dry, about 40 minutes longer.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
Cool slightly; cover and chill.
Rewarm over medium-low heat before using, adding more broth by 1/4 cupfuls if dry.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F.
Place grapes on rimmed baking sheet.
Drizzle with oil; toss.
Roast grapes until beginning to wrinkle, about 15 minutes.
Transfer to bowl; toss with vinegar.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead.
Let stand at room temperature.
Add grapes and any juices, walnuts, and orange peel to hot rice; toss well.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
