Opa George's Wild Rice

Ingredients

• 1 cup wild rice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the wild rice, and cook for 15 minutes or until tender.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add the cooked wild rice to the skillet, season with garlic powder, salt and pepper, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve the wild rice warm.

Interesting Facts

• Wild rice is a type of grass seed, not a grain.
• Wild rice is a great source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
• Wild rice has a nutty flavor and a chewy texture.