
SQUASH & BRUSSELS SPROUTS WILD RICE



INGREDIENTS
- 8 ounces uncured bacon chopped
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 pound fresh Brussels sprouts cut in half
- 1 12 ounce package frozen organic diced butternut squash
- 1/4 teaspoon organic cayenne pepper
- 3 cups cooked Minnesota cultivated wild rice
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds toasted
DIRECTIONS
1. In large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until crispy; remove from skillet. Drain off all but 1 tablespoon drippings.
2. Add onions to skillet; salt and pepper to taste. Sauté until softened. Add Brussels sprouts, squash and cayenne; continue cooking 5-7 minutes or until desired doneness, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in cooked wild rice; salt and pepper to taste. Cook until heated through. Stir in bacon and almonds.