FRUIT AND WILD RICE PILAF

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From a Sun-Maid magazine ad - different from any I found posted. Makes a nice "almost" sweet side to pork and turkey.

Provided by NurseJaney

Categories     Rice

Time 38m

Yield 4-5 cups, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth, low-salt
1/2 cup water
1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice blend
3/4 cup raisins, dried or 3/4 cup dried cherries
1/3 cup pecans, coarsely chopped and toasted

Steps:

  • Melt butter in medium saucepan over med-high heat.
  • Add onions and celery.
  • Cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add broth, water, rice, contents of seasoning packet, and fruit.
  • Bring to boil. Reduce heat to med-low.
  • Cover and simmer 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in pecans and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.5, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 86, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 17.7, Protein 4

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