Apple Cider Wild Rice Pilaf Treasure Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Cider Wild Rice Pilaf Treasure

• (already included in step 1)
• Apple Cider
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• Golden Raisin
• 1/4 cup currants
• Dried Cranberries
• Candied Ginger
• Shallot
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 medium apple (about 1 cup), peeled, cored, and diced

How to Make Apple Cider Wild Rice Pilaf Treasure

1. Rinse 1 cup of wild rice thoroughly under cold water three times, then drain well.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed wild rice, 2 cups apple cider, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
4. While the rice simmers, prepare the fruit and nut mixture. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup raisins, 1/4 cup currants, 1/4 cup dried cranberries, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, and 2 minced shallots. Stir frequently for 5 minutes, until fragrant and slightly softened.
5. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1 medium apple (about 1 cup) peeled, cored, and diced to the skillet. Gently stir to combine.
6. Stir in the cooked wild rice and cook for an additional 2 minutes on low heat, until heated through. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
7. Serve warm and enjoy! Garnish with extra pecans or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.