Ingredients

  • 1 c. Wild rice
  • 1/4 c. Butter
  • 2 c. Minced onions
  • 1 c. Pearl barley
  • 2 c. Sweet potatoes
  • 2 c. Squash
  • 2 c. Parsnips
  • 2 c. Celeriac/Celery Root, Peeled And Cubed, Cut Into Large Bite-Sized Chunks
  • 1 lb Mushrooms, Optional, halved or possibly quartered
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper
  • 3 c. Chicken stock
  • 1 c. Apple cider

Method

  • Place wild rice in strainer and rinse under cool running water.
  • Place rice in saucepan; add in 4 c. water, cover and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat and boil gently for 1O min, drain and set aside.
  • In large skillet, heat butter over medium heat.
  • Add in onions, cook till softened.
  • Stir in barley and wild rice.
  • Transfer mix to 16-c. baking dish or possibly roasting pan.
  • Spread vegetables and mushrooms (if using) over grains.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Pour in chicken stock and cider.
  • Cover with lid or possibly foil.
  • Bake in 375F (190C) oven for 1 to 1-1/4 hrs or possibly till barley and rice are tender (the rice should be slightly chewy).
  • Makes 8 to 12 servings
  • Preparation Time: 20 min
  • Baking Time: I to1-1/4 hrs
  • niacin, folate; very high source of fibre
  • NOTES : Made 10 24-97 for Tim.Wonderful!
  • Next time I will halve this recipe.
  • I substituted celery and carrots for the celery root.
  • Rutabagas would be good too