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A dessert salad popular in the Midwestern United States

Glorified rice is a dessert salad that is particularly popular in the Midwestern United States. It is known for its sweet and creamy texture, combining rice with various fruits and other ingredients to create a unique dish often served at potlucks and family gatherings.

Ingredients[edit]

The primary ingredients of glorified rice include:

Optional ingredients may include:

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of glorified rice involves cooking the rice and allowing it to cool. Once cooled, the rice is mixed with the other ingredients, typically starting with the fruit and sugar, followed by the whipped cream or Cool Whip. The mixture is then chilled before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Glorified rice is a staple at many social gatherings in the Midwest, such as potlucks, picnics, and holiday celebrations. It is often considered a comfort food and is appreciated for its simplicity and the ease with which it can be prepared.

Variations[edit]

There are many variations of glorified rice, with some recipes calling for different types of fruit or additional ingredients like gelatin. Some versions may use vanilla extract or other flavorings to enhance the taste.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Glorified Rice''' is a popular dessert salad that originated in the [[United States]], particularly in the [[Midwest]] region. It is a traditional dish often served at potlucks, church suppers, and family gatherings.
+{{Short description|A dessert salad popular in the Midwestern United States}}
-== Ingredients ==
+'''Glorified rice''' is a dessert salad that is particularly popular in the [[Midwestern United States]]. It is known for its sweet and creamy texture, combining rice with various fruits and other ingredients to create a unique dish often served at potlucks and family gatherings.
-Glorified Rice is made from a combination of [[cooked rice]], [[pineapple]], [[maraschino cherries]], [[miniature marshmallows]], and [[whipped cream]]. Some variations of the recipe may also include [[mandarin oranges]], [[coconut]], or [[nuts]].
-== Preparation ==
+==Ingredients==
-The preparation of Glorified Rice involves combining the cooked rice with the fruit and marshmallows, then folding in the whipped cream to create a creamy, sweet salad. The dish is typically chilled before serving.
+[[File:Glorified_rice.jpg|thumb|right|A bowl of glorified rice]]
+The primary ingredients of glorified rice include:
-== History ==
+* [[White rice|Cooked white rice]]
-The exact origins of Glorified Rice are unclear, but it is believed to have been popularized in the Midwest during the early to mid-20th century. It is often associated with [[Lutheran]] church potlucks and family gatherings, and is a staple at many holiday meals.
+* [[Pineapple]]
+* [[Maraschino cherry|Maraschino cherries]]
+* [[Whipped cream]] or [[Cool Whip]]
+* [[Sugar]]
+* [[Marshmallow]]
-== Cultural Significance ==
+Optional ingredients may include:
-Glorified Rice is a part of the broader tradition of sweet, creamy salads that are common in Midwestern cuisine. These dishes, which also include [[ambrosia salad]] and [[watergate salad]], are often served as sides or desserts at communal meals.
-== Variations ==
+* [[Coconut]]
-While the basic ingredients of Glorified Rice remain the same, there are many variations of the recipe. Some versions include additional fruits such as mandarin oranges or [[bananas]], while others add texture with the inclusion of nuts or coconut. There are also variations in the type of whipped cream used, with some recipes calling for homemade whipped cream and others using store-bought whipped topping.
+* [[Mandarin orange|Mandarin oranges]]
+* [[Nuts]] such as [[walnut|walnuts]] or [[pecan|pecans]]
+==Preparation==
+The preparation of glorified rice involves cooking the rice and allowing it to cool. Once cooled, the rice is mixed with the other ingredients, typically starting with the fruit and sugar, followed by the whipped cream or Cool Whip. The mixture is then chilled before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
+==Cultural Significance==
+Glorified rice is a staple at many social gatherings in the Midwest, such as [[potluck]]s, [[picnic]]s, and [[holiday]] celebrations. It is often considered a comfort food and is appreciated for its simplicity and the ease with which it can be prepared.
+==Variations==
+There are many variations of glorified rice, with some recipes calling for different types of fruit or additional ingredients like [[gelatin]]. Some versions may use [[vanilla extract]] or other flavorings to enhance the taste.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Ambrosia (fruit salad)]]
+* [[Rice pudding]]
+* [[Fruit salad]]
+[[Category:Desserts]]
 [[Category:American cuisine]]
-[[Category:Rice dishes]]
+[[Category:Salads]]
-[[Category:Desserts]]
-{{American-cuisine-stub}}
-{{food-stub}}