Herbed Wild Rice

Name: Herbed Wild Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Recipes, Comfort Food Side Dishes
Ingredients: 1 cup sliced green onions; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup uncooked wild rice; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 teaspoon rubbed sage; 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

Like many other cooking enthusiasts, I've discovered that good food pleases the palate and soothes the soul! This rice has a nice nutty flavor and the wonderful aroma of sage.—David Collin, Martinez, California

Ingredients

1 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup uncooked wild rice
3 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the onions in butter until tender, about 5 minutes. Add rice; cook for 8-10 minutes. Add broth, sage, thyme and salt if desired.
Pour into an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 70-80 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 120 calories, 4g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 70mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.

Originally published as Herbed Wild Rice in Taste of Home February/March 1997

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Cindrak

Dec 30, 2009

I made the recipe tonight, and used dried herbs from my garden. I also used the salt, and I wish I wouldn't have. It really did not need the extra salt. A tasty way to make wild rice. Next time I try it, I'll leave out the salt and cook it just a bit longer and I'm sure I'll change my rating.