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Rinse rice in strainer under cold water; drain.
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Bring 6 cups water and 2 teaspoons coarse salt to boil in large saucepan.
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Add rice; bring to boil.
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Reduce heat; simmer uncovered until rice grains begin to split and are tender but still slightly chewy, about 45 minutes.
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Drain.
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Spread on rimmed baking sheet to cool.
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Transfer to bowl.
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DO : Can be made 1 day ahead.
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Cover and chill.
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Oil rimmed baking sheet.
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Toss squash cubes and 3 tablespoons oil in medium bowl.
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Spread squash in single layer on prepared sheet; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Roast just until tender but firm enough to hold shape, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
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Transfer squash to bowl.
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Cool.
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DO : Can be made 1 day ahead.
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Cover and chill.
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Add 3 Tablespoons oil to large skillet over medium heat.
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Add eggplant and toss in pan to distribute oil over all sides of eggplant.
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cook till browned, about 5 minutes.
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Remove eggplant from pan and set aside.
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Melt 4 tablespoons butter in the same pan used for eggplant over medium heat.
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Add leeks and 3/4 cup water; simmer until leeks are tender, about 9 minutes.
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Add rice, eggplant, Dried cranberries and butternut squash; simmer until heated through and liquid is absorbed, about 4 minutes.
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Stir in parsley.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Transfer to bowl and serve.