Tuesday, May 01, 2007
Gandma's Wild Rice Dish
1 lb. ground commodity buffalo
3 pcs ramps or leeks chopped
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
2 c. cooked wild rice
1 can diced tomatoes undrained
1 can corn drained
1/2 c. fry bread crumbs
1 cup sliced cholla buds
6 pcs bacon strips cooked & crumbled
2 t. chili powder
1 t. garlic powder
1 t. salt
1 1/2 c. commodity shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 T. melted butter
In a skillet, cook buffalo, ramps and green pepper over medium heat until meat
is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the rice, tomatoes, corn, cholla, bacon,
chili powder, garlic powder & salt. Bring to a boil; remove from heat. Add
1 C. of cheese, stir until melted. Transfer to a greased 9x13 baking dish.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Toss fry bread crumbs with butter, sprinkle
over cheese. Bake uncovered at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is
melted.