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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 16 |
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Nutty, fruity and packed with flavor, this make-ahead dish is a wholesome side for all kinds of entrees.â âBarbara Schulte, Payson, Arizona Ingredients:
3 cups water |
2 cups uncooked wild rice |
2 cups finely chopped dried apricots |
2 cups dried cherries |
1 cup chopped walnuts |
1/2 cup olive oil |
1/3 cup lemon juice |
2 tablespoons maple syrup |
1-1/2 teaspoons salt |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until rice is tender. Drain if necessary. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely.
2. Meanwhile, place apricots in a small bowl; cover with boiling water. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain. Stir the apricots, cherries and walnuts into rice. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, maple syrup and salt. Pour over rice mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Yield: 15 servings (2/3 cup each).
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