Brown and Wild Rice with Caramelized Onions and Cranberries

I make this every Thanksgiving and I just realized that I don't make this often enough. It really can go with anything all year round. Enjoy!

Brown and Wild Rice with Caramelized Onions and Cranberries

1 c wild rice
1 c brown rice
4 c veggie stock (or chicken stock)
3 medium onions (sliced in thin wedges)
1 bag dried craisins (about 1 cup)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 teaspoons brown sugar
Zest of 1 orange

Cook rice in the broth until tender according to rice directions.
Melt butter over medium heat and add onion wedges and brown sugar.
Cook 10 minutes then reduce to low for 30 minutes.
Stir in craisins, cover, and cook over low heat for 10 minutes, until craisins swell.
Gently fold in the caramelized onions and orange zest into the cooked rice.

It's the Holiday Season...

I hope y'all had an amazing Thanksgiving and didn't eat too much and reflected on what all you had to be thankful for. I did a lot of cooking and baking, and enjoyed every minute of it! Even more I enjoyed the great company of my DC "family". I am hoping to post some of my menu items in the next few days week. As we all gear up for the hustle and bustle of Christmas please take time to slow down and realize the true meaning of the holiday, which is he who loved us. And love is so much more than something we receive. Be conscious and remember it's not about the gifts, parties, and decorations. Simply think of those individuals and families that have no one and nothing, there are a lot of people in need. Some of our brothers and sisters, young and old, are in dire need for the simple staples we take for granted like clothing, food, and even toiletries.

Share a smile, it really can brighten a day.

Merry Christmas!