Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
4 cup

Wild Rice

Cooked

0.5 cup

Dried Blueberries

0.25 cup

Craisins

Dried, Sweetened

0.33 cup

Maple Syrup

1 cup

Heavy Cream

0.5 cup

Roasted Hazelnuts

Roughly Chopped

Step 1
~2 min

Combine cooked wild rice, dried blueberries, craisins, and maple syrup in a heavy nonstick saucepan.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat over medium-high heat for 3 minutes, until hot.

Step 3
~2 min

Add heavy cream and stir continuously for another 3 minutes.

Step 4
~2 min

Continue cooking until the cream thickens.

Step 5
~2 min

Serve immediately, topped with chopped roasted hazelnuts.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the hazelnuts for enhanced flavor.

Use freshly cooked wild rice for best texture.

Adjust maple syrup to your desired sweetness level.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (sweet, nutty)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a breakfast or snack.

Pair with a side of fresh fruit.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh Berries
Yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Great Lakes Region, North America

Cultural Significance

Wild rice (Mahnomin) is a sacred food for many Native American tribes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Harvest Festivals
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Fall
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100

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