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Creamy Mushroom Wild Rice Casserole

This is a hearty, satisfying casserole with nutty wild rice, creamy mushrooms, and savoury fresh herbs. Plenty of Swiss cheese and buttery breadcrumbs make the casserole even more delicious! This is the perfect side dish for roast chicken or turkey, making it ideal for holiday entertaining.
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Course: Main Course
Preparation: Bake, Casserole
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Renée Kohlman

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp canola oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cups sliced cremini mushrooms
  • 4 cups thinly sliced kale, stems removed
  • 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh sage leaves
  • 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 cups grated Swiss cheese, divided
  • 4 cups cooked wild rice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 Tbsp melted butter
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Heat canola oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and cook for another 8-10 minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated. Stir in the kale, herbs, mustard and cook for a few more minutes until the kale softens.
  • Stir in the cream cheese and vegetable broth. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cream cheese has melted into a creamy sauce. Stir 1 cup (250 mL) of the Swiss cheese, then the cooked wild rice. Stir until everything is well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and panko crumbs. Top the casserole with remaining cheese, then the buttery breadcrumbs. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the casserole is bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

To yield 4 cups (1 L) of cooked wild rice, cook 1 cup (250 mL) of raw wild rice in 3 cups (750 mL) of water or vegetable broth. This step can be done a few days in advance.
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Mushroom Wild Rice Casserole
Serving Size
 
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
526
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
33
g
51
%
Saturated Fat
 
16
g
100
%
Cholesterol
 
79
mg
26
%
Sodium
 
686
mg
30
%
Potassium
 
435
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
 
40
g
13
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
5
g
6
%
Protein
 
20
g
40
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.