Wild Rice Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Melt 1/2 cup butter over low heat.
3. 3
   Add onions, bay leaves and thyme.
4. 4
   Cover and cook until tender, approximately 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Add stock, rice and salt.
6. 6
   Bring to boil.
7. 7
   Cover and bake 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Uncover and bake an additional 25 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
9. 9
   Meanwhile, melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
10. 10
    Add pears and chestnuts.
11. 11
    Stir 5 minutes.
12. 12
    Mix together with wild rice.
13. 13
    Bake another 5 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
14. 14
    Season with fresh pepper.
15. 15
    Discard bay leaves.
16. 16
    Serves 10.