Wild Rice With Asparagus

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 cup wild rice
• 1 lb mushroom, thinly sliced
• 1 large white onion, diced
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 lb asparagus, woody ends trimmed, sliced
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. 1

   In a pot over medium-high heat, combine the water and rice. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a large frying pan over medium heat, combine the mushrooms, onions, and 3/4 cup of the broth. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring often, until the liquid evaporates and the vegetables are browned.

3. 3

   Add the remaining broth and the asparagus. Cook until the asparagus is tender. Remove from the heat.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil and vinegar and toss with the rice and vegetables to coat. Season with salt and pepper.