Nutted Wild Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. (1/2 lb.) raw wild rice
5 1/2 c. defatted chicken stock or water
1 c. shelled pecan pieces
1 c. yellow raisins
grated rind of 1 large orange
1/4 c. chopped fresh mint
4 scallions (green onions), thinly sliced
1/4 c. olive oil
1/3 c. fresh orange juice
1 1/2 tsp. salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

Put rice in a strainer and run under cold water; rinse thoroughly.
Place rice in a medium-size saucepan.
Add stock or water and bring to a rapid boil.
Adjust heat to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 45 minutes.
After 30 minutes, check for doneness; rice should not be too soft.
Place a thin towel inside a colander and turn rice into the colander and drain.
Transfer drained rice to a bowl.
Add remaining ingredients to rice and toss gently.
Adjust seasonings to taste.
Let mixture stand for 2 hours to allow flavors to develop.
Serve at room temperature. Makes 6 portions.