Wild Rice Pilaf

Wild Rice Pilaf makes such a tasty and comforting side dish. This is a great side dish for any meal that you want to infuse with flavor. This easy rice pilaf is packed with nutrients and makes for a healthy and flavorful dish. It has a beautiful tender texture and it is so flavorful. I can promise you this will be a sought after side dish if you make it for thanksgiving as the flavors marry perfectly with a turkey feast.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 6 Servings

Calories: 347 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 ½ cups - Wild rice
Water
¼ cup - Butter
1 - Onion
1 - Carrot
Salt and Pepper
½ cup - Fresh Cranberries
½ cup - Pecans
¼ cup - Parsley

Instructions

Set a skillet over medium heat.
Once hot, add the rice and stir occasionally as you toast it off for about 5 minutes.
Place the rice in a saucepan and add 3-4 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and cover as the rice cooks, about 12 minutes.
As the rice is finishing cooking, place the butter in a skillet over medium heat and once hot, add the minced onions and carrots. Cook for 4-6 minutes until soft and onions are golden.
Stir in the rice and season with salt and pepper.
Stir in the minced cranberries, pecans and parsley.

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