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Pine Nut and Orange Wild Rice

1 cup golden raisins

1/2 cup water

1 (6-ounce) package long-grain and wild rice

1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

2 to 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons grated orange rind

2 tablespoons orange juice

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1. Combine raisins and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 3 minutes. Remove from heat, and let cool. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook rice according to package directions. Combine rice, reserved raisins, pine nuts, and next 5 ingredients in a medium bowl; stir well. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Makes 6 to 8 servings.