Wild Rice with Bacon and Fennel
Photo: Jim Franco; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell
Wild Rice with Bacon and Fennel is an earthy side dish that pairs well with rustic pork roast. Be sure to add Wild Rice with Bacon and Fennel to your fall or winter menu.
How to Make It
Step 1
Cook wild rice according to package directions; drain.
Step 2
Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 7 to 8 minutes or until crisp; drain on paper towels, reserving 1 Tbsp. drippings in skillet. Chop bacon.
Step 3
Sauté fennel bulb and onion in hot drippings over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until softened. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add broth and next 3 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 8 minutes or until tender. Stir in rice and bacon; cook, stirring often, 3 minutes.
Step 4
Transfer to a large serving bowl. Stir in fennel fronds and vinegar. Stir in walnuts just before serving.
Chef's Notes
Use wild rice, not a blend, for the best texture.
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Tabby2's Review
Unexpected and outstanding. Has a nice presentation and is equally at home on a Holiday table as well as any old night. We love it!
Gaylee's Review
This is an excellent side to a simply prepared meat. I used Lundberg Wild Blend Rice.
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