Wild rice with fruit and nuts, Butternut squash risotto, Appetizers and side dishes – Sunbeam 08EM1 User Manual

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This recipe is ideal for using
the Dual Cycle Mode.

This recipe is ideal for
using the Auto Cook Mode.

This recipe is ideal for using
the Dual Cycle Mode.

This recipe is ideal for
using the Auto Cook Mode.

Appetizers and Side Dishes

Wild Rice with Fruit and Nuts

2 cups wild rice, rinsed*
5-6 cups chicken broth
1 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons butter, melted

cup dried cranberries

cup raisins, chopped

cup chopped dried apricots

cup almond slivers, toasted

1 teaspoon cumin
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper

*If using a wild rice blended with other types of rice, cooking time may be
shortened.

1. Combine wild rice, cranberries, raisins, apricots and almonds in the

stoneware.

2. Combine broth, orange juice, butter and cumin in medium bowl. Pour

mixture over rice, and stir to mix.

3. Cover; cook on LOW for 7 hours or on HIGH for 2

-3 hours. Stir once,

adding more hot broth if necessary.

4. When rice is soft to the bite, add scallions and parsley. Adjust

seasonings. Cook for 10 additional minutes and serve.

Serves 6-8

Appetizers and Side Dishes

Butternut Squash Risotto

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1

cups Vidalia onion, chopped

cups risotto rice such as superfino Arborio

3 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
6 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

cup Pecorino Romano cheese plus extra for sprinkling on top

Salt and pepper

1. In skillet, over medium heat, add oil and butter, and sauté until tender,

approximately 6-8 minutes.

2. Pour rice on top of onions and, with a wooden spoon, coat grains with

butter and oil mixture. Cook and occasionally stir for about 4 minutes.

3. Transfer rice to stoneware. Add squash and broth and gently stir

ingredients. Cover; cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours.

4. When serving, top with basil and additional cheese if desired. Season to

taste with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

Serves 10-12

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