Quinoa and Wild Rice Pilaf

Quinoa and Wild Rice Pilaf

1 cup wild rice 1 cup quinoa seed 1/3 cup chopped veggie bacon 1 tbsp. margarine or vegetable oil 1/2 cup celery 1 onion, chopped 1 cup sliced mushrooms

Wash the wild rice in a wire strainer and run cold water over it. In a large heavy saucepan, cook the wild rice in 4 cups of boiling water. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer over low hear for about 1 hour, until all the water has been absorbed. During the last 15 minutes, add quinoa and, if the rice is almost dry, 1 additional cup of boiling water. While the rice is cooking, fry the bacon in a pan. When crisp, remove and drain. Melt the margarine in a skillet and add the celery, onion and mushrooms; saut� for about 5 minutes. In a casserole, combine the vegetables and bacon with the rice and quinoa mixture. Microwave on high for 10 minutes or bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Makes 6 1/2 cups. Calories 121, Fat 2 g, Carbs 21 g, Fiber 2 g.

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