garlic, rice, and everything nice.

yet another way to use the wonderful invention that is roasted garlic. This is a good side dish that you can make in advance of a party and is more interesting that just plain old rice.

Garlic, Mushroom and Wild Rice Pilaf (serves 6)

1 cup wild rice

2 tsp olive oil

2 cups sliced cremini mushrooms

1/2 medium onion, diced

1/2 cup roasted garlic cloves

1/2 tsp salt

(1) Boil or steam rice until fully cooked (about 40 minutes), drain and set aside. (2) Heat oil in a skillet. Add onions and cook until translucent. (3) Add mushrooms to pan and saute, covered (stirring occasionally), until fully cooked. (4) Stir in roasted garlic and salt. (5) Pour mushroom picture over rice and toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve, or serve warm.