Categories: Pears, Rice, Side Dish

Ingredients

• 1 (6 ounce) package long grain and wild rice blend
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
• 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
• 1 cup fresh cranberries
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1 fresh pear, peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped

Directions

1. Add first 4 ingredients to a saucepan; bring to a boil.

2. Cover, lower heat, and simmer 20-25 minutes or unitl liquid is absorbed.

3. In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and 3 tablespoons water; bring to a boil.

4. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes or until cranberry skins pop; drain.

5. Combine rice, cranberries, and pear; mix well.

6. Serve immediately.

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