Bay Flavored Brown and Wild Rice

This is easy to make. The bay leaves give it an interesting flavor. It freezes well for a quick side dish some other time.

1 c. brown rice
3 tbsp. wild rice
2 1/4 c. chicken broth or water
2-4 bay leaves
1/4 c. shallot or onion, finely minced
1 tsp. butter
1/2 tsp. salt (use if cooking with water)

1. In saucepan, sauté shallot or onion in butter until very lightly browned. Add brown and wild rice plus chicken broth, salt and bay leaves.

2. Bring to a rapid boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes. Don’t remove cover until 45 minutes are up, then fluff with fork. If any liquid remains, stir lightly, and then continue to cook over low heat for 5 more minutes.