On 9/21/2015 5:39 PM, 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.

Add lots of seasonings to that and you have a classic white & wild rice
mixture. I'll google for my homemade (rather than Uncle Ben's) recipe
later.

Jill