Mushroom Wild Rice

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, bring water, wild rice, butter and 1/2 t salt to a boil.

2. 2

   Reduce heat; cover and simmer 40 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in brown rice and cover and simmer 25-30 minutes longer until rice is tender.

4. 4

   While rice is cooking, brown bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Remove bacon and drain, leaving 2 T of the bacon drippings in the pan.

5. 5

   Saute the mushrooms, onions, peppers and celery in the drippings until they are tender. Stir in broth and remaining salt and bring mixture to a boil.

6. 6

   Combine the cornstarch and cold water until smooth and stir into the mushroom mixture.

7. 7

   Cook 2 minutes until thickened then stir in almonds and bacon pieces.

8. 8

   Drain the rice and add mushroom mixture.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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