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Turkey Wild Rice Bake

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A comforting dish combining lean ground turkey, wild rice, and vegetables, perfect for family meals or batch cooking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup wild rice, uncooked
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic over medium heat until soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in sliced mushrooms, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Add uncooked wild rice, chicken broth, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  6. Pour the turkey and rice mixture into a greased baking dish and cover with foil.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  8. If using cheese, remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Great for leftovers; can be stored in the refrigerator or frozen for later. Customize with ingredients based on your preferences.

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