On Mon, 21 Sep 2015 17:39:28 -0400, Dave Smith
> wrote:

>On 2015-09-21 4:36 PM, Je?us wrote:
>
>>> REAL wild rice is an entirely different and much more tasty product.
>>> It has a longer kernel and a light brown-green color. Well worth the
>>> somewhat higher price.
>>
>> I did not realise that, so thanks. All the 'wild' rice I've tried has
>> been awful and as you described. If I can find the real deal, I'll
>> give it a try.
>>
>Real wild rice is not related to rice at all. It is a type of grass that
>grows in shallow areas of lakes. It takes a lot longer to cook that
>regular rice and is better if cooked about 1 part wild rice to 3-4 parts
>long grain. It also helps to cook it in broth.

I'm really beginning to wonder if it's worth it? Is there anything
about wild rice that is better than the 'cultivated' version?