Wild rice side dish

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
• 0.5 cup chopped onion
• 2 tbsp. pure wild rice (300–350 gr.)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (2 green onions)
• 1.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Preparation:

1. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter, add the onion, and cook over low heat for 5–10 minutes, until translucent. Add 5 cups of water, 2 teaspoons of salt, and the wild rice. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to very low, and simmer, covered, for 50 minutes to 1 hour, until the rice is tender. Drain thoroughly.
2. Place the rice in a bowl, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, green onions, 1.5 teaspoons of salt, and black pepper. Serve the pilaf hot.