FRUITED WILD RICE PILAF

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Crunchy apples and pecans give traditional wild rice a tasty twist. This dish pairs well with a variety of meaty entrees. -Becky Burch, Marceline, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons butter
1-1/4 cups hot water
3/4 cup uncooked wild rice
1-1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 small apple, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in the water, rice and bouillon; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-55 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. , Remove from the heat; fold in apple, pecans and lemon zest if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.