ORANGE AND PINE NUT WILD RICE

Steps:

• Plump raisins by placing them and the 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Heat until boiling, then cover and turn the heat off. Simmer these for about 6 minutes.
• Remove from heat, drain and allow to cool.
• Cook the rice according to package directions.
• Once cooked, place the rice, pine nuts, raisins, parsley, olive oil, orange rind, orange juice and pepper in a bowl and mix well.
• Sprinkle with parmesan cheese immediately before serving.