As a food, wild rice is one of the most nutritious. Wild rice, native only to the western Great Lakes region of the United States, is rich in both nutrition and lore. Using canoes and traditional methods, American Indians and other residents of the area harvest it from lakes and rivers where it grows naturally. Wild rice is also raised and harvested commercially. Wild Rice Cooking is the complete book of wild rice. Tucked within its pages are the history and lore of wild rice, as well as a primer on how to share the joys of reaping wild harvest. Also included are instructions on proper cooking techniques, a guide to buying wild rice, and 80 recipes inspired by both rice harvesters of today and of long ago. Contains black & white photos, along with nutritional tables, buyers guide. Center insert of colored photos of the rice. 173 pages, 7 X 7, paperback. We offer free shipping on all orders over $19.94. Orders under $19.95 will have a $2.50 handling fee added. To Order By Phone Call Toll Free: 1-866-596-9982