Wild Rice with Walnuts and Dates
Source of Recipe
Marla
Recipe Introduction
With a bit of crunch from the nuts and a touch of sweetness from the dates, this hearty side pairs well with baked pork chops or chicken breasts. Source: Better Homes and Gardens
List of Ingredients
Wild Rice with Walnuts and Dates
4 stalks celery, chopped (2 cups)
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon margarine or butter
1 cup wild rice, rinsed and drained
1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
1/3 cup pitted whole dates (such as medjool), snipped
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toastedRecipe
1. In a 10-inch skillet cook celery and onion in hot margarine or butter about 10 minutes or until tender. Add uncooked wild rice; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add broth and water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 50 to 60 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
2. Stir in dates and walnuts. Cook, uncovered, for 3 to 4 minutes more or until heated through and remaining liquid is absorbed.
Makes 6 to 8 side-dish servings.
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