(makes 4 servings)
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Low fat cooking spray |
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2 teaspoons vegetable oil |
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1 cup green bell pepper, seeded and chopped |
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3/4 cup onion, chopped |
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1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced |
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3/4 cup carrots, peeled and chopped |
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1 (2 3/4 oz.) package wild rice, uncooked |
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1 1/3 cups low-sodium, fat free chicken broth |
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1/4 teaspoon salt |
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1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper |
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Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
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| 1. | Spray a medium saucepan with cooking spray, add oil then heat to medium-high heat. | ||
| 2. | Add bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, carrots then sauté until vegetables are crisp-tender. | ||
| 3. | Stir in wild rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium low. | ||
| 4. | Simmer, uncovered for about 45 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring occasionally or until broth is absorbed. Stir in salt and pepper. | ||
| 5. | Let stand for 5 minutes. Serve garnished with cilantro. | ||
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