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LaVon Eblen visits with Cass County Wellness Coordinator Brigham Hoegh about the Harvest Market on Monday, November 22, 2021.

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Chris Parks and Cass and Adair County Conservation Officer Grant Gelly talk about all things outdoors. This week includes discussion on waterfowl migration hitting its peak, proper deer sampling for CWD, deer stand safety, and more.

LaVon Eblen shares a recipe for a casserole that could be great for the holiday season.

Winter Squash Bake

1 Honeycrisp or Cosmic Crisp apple, cored and cut into wedges

2 cups blended kinds of rice

3 cups peeled and seeded winter squash, cut into ¾” cubes

1 cup chopped white onions

1 ½ tsp. finely chopped rosemary plus extra for garnish

1 tsp. finely chopped fresh thyme

½ tsp salt

1/8 tsp. black pepper

2 cups apple cider or apple juice

1 1/4 cup vegetable stock

2 tablespoon butter

1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese

2/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

¼ cup dried cranberries

>Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut apple into wedges crosswise into thirds. Combine apples, rice blend, squash, onions, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper in a 9”x13” baking dish. Set aside.

>Combine apple cider or juice, vegetable stock and butter in a large saucepan; bring to boil. Pour mixture over rice mixture in baking dish; stir to combine.

Tightly cover with foil.

>Bake for 40 minutes; remove foil. Sprinkle with cheese, walnuts and cranberries. Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Garnish with additional rosemary if desired.

Serves 12 to 15

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