Ingredients

1 celery rib, thinly sliced1 large carrot, finely chopped1 small onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons butter5 cups chicken broth1 cup uncooked wild rice1 cup uncooked long grain rice2/3 cup dried cherries or cranberries1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Preparation

In a large saucepan, saute the celery, carrot and onion in butter until tender. Stir in broth and wild rice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes.

Add long grain rice; cover and simmer 20 minutes longer. Stir in cherries; cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes longer. Just before serving, stir in pecans.