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Cranberry Rice with Caramelized Onions

This is a great side dish

Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 c. chicken broth
  • 1/2 c. uncooked wild rice
  • 1/2 c. uncooked brown rice
  • 3 medium onions, cut into wedges
  • 2 t. brown sugar
  • 3 Tbls. butter
  • 1 c. dried cranberries
  • 1/2 t. grated orange peel
  • 1/2 c. walnut pieces or cashew halves, optional

Instructions

In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil.

Add the wild rice. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

Add the brown rice; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the onions and brown sugar in butter until golden brown (15-20 minutes), stirring frequently.

Add the cranberries, orange peel and rice; heat through. Stir in nuts if desired.

NOTE: Serves 6.