Herb, Mushroom, Lemon & Garlic Stuffing

A wonderfully rich and gluten free stuffing that soaks up the roasting juices of the turkey

• Serving: Makes sufficient stuffing for a 4kg/9lb turkey
• Preparation time: Less than 30 mins
• Cooking time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 280g brown rice
• 60g butter or 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2onions, finely diced
• 220g button mushrooms, finely sliced
• 2garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 4tbsp finely chopped parsley
• Finely grated zest of 2 lemons
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

1. Place the rice and a teaspoon of salt in a pan. Cover with twice the volume of cold water and cover with a lid. Bring to the boil then gently simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the rice is tender.
2. Meanwhile heat the butter/oil and add the mushrooms and onions, season with salt and pepper and fry gently until soft. Add the garlic and continue to fry for another 30 secs. Remove the pan off the heat.
3. Once the rice, onions and mushrooms are cooked, mix together with the parsley, lemon zest and juice. Mix thoroughly and season as necessary.The stuffing should be delicately lemony. Use as required.