Cranberry-Pear Wild Rice

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Source: Southern Living

Serves 6 people

Categories: Pears, Rice, Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice blend
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 fresh pear, peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped

Directions

  1. Add first 4 ingredients to a saucepan; bring to a boil.

  2. Cover, lower heat, and simmer 20-25 minutes or unitl liquid is absorbed.

  3. In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and 3 tablespoons water; bring to a boil.

  4. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes or until cranberry skins pop; drain.

  5. Combine rice, cranberries, and pear; mix well.

  6. Serve immediately.

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