Wild Rice with Pecans

• 1 C. uncooked wild rice

• 5 1/2 C. seasoned chicken broth

• 1 C. dried cherries or cranraisins

• 1 C. pecan halves

• 4 onions, washed and thinly sliced

• Grated peel of 1 orange

• 1/3 C. orange juice

• 2 T. olive oil

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1. Place the rice in a strainer and rinse thoroughly under cold water.

2. In a medium, heavy saucepan combine the rice and chicken broth and bring to a boil.

3. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, 45 minutes to 1 hour or until the rice is tender.

4. Drain and place in a bowl.

5. Add the cherries, pecans, onions, orange peel, orange juice, olive oil and salt and pepper; toss gently.

6. Let stand at least 2 hours for the flavors to develop.

7. Serve at room temperature or heat before serving.
   
   Makes 8 servings.