Wild Rice Casserole

This is a great casserole for brunch, lunch, side dishes or even as a light meal. This recipe has been in my family for years, I truly love this dish! It always makes me think of Christmas brunch!

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 (6 ounce) box wild rice, prepared
• 1  lb bulk pork sausage, cooked and crumbled
• 1 (10 ounce) can  cream of mushroom soup
• 1⁄2 cup onion, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup celery, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup mushroom, finely sliced
• 1⁄2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1⁄2 cup chicken broth
• 1⁄2 cup  slivered almonds, toasted and divided
• 1  teaspoon dried parsley
• 1  teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients, reserving 1/4 cup almonds.
2. Pour into a greased 2 quart casserole dish.
3. Top dish with reserved 1/4 cup of almonds.
4. Bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees.