Comments on: Chef Kurt’s Mom’s Wild Rice Dressing

By: Kurt Michael Friese

Kurt Michael Friese — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:55:55 +0000

Yep that’s too much liquid alright. Cook the rice to your desired doneness or maybe just a pinch before, then add the other stuff and only a little extra liquid then bake. That should do the trick for ya. And yes, apples and/or dried cranberries sound nice!

By: mountainrn

mountainrn — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:46:57 +0000

Hi Kurt – I tried to get the rice you recommended but it was on back order. I bought “Organic Lake Wild Rice” from Trader Joe’s because I couldn’t get any local Fall River Wild Rice either (stores were closed). I think what I did wrong is the 4 cups of chicken broth . .. I cooked the rice per the package AND had the 4 cups of broth, which I added to the simmering mushrooms,etc. When the rice was done, I added the rice AND the broth used to cook it in, as you said. So, I just had too much liquid. However, I did bake it longer and it was a hit! I think the rice was a bit too done though – I like my wild rice a bit on the more firm side. These kernals were wide open and mushy. I’m gonna give it another try. And I think I’ll add some apples or cranberries. Thanks! steph

By: Kurt Michael Friese

Kurt Michael Friese — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 01:00:06 +0000

A lot depends on the rice – but chances are you simply need to bake it longer. Hope it works out OK and happy T-Day!

By: mountainrn

mountainrn — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 23:01:11 +0000

Ok – I’m making it . . . . think I must have done something wrong because there is still a lot of liquid. hmmmm . . . ..