Wild herbed rice

1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Add brown rice, wild rice, onion, and celery and saute for approximately 5 minutes or until onion and celery are tender.
3. Add mushrooms, chicken broth, parsley, salt, thyme, and pepper.
4. (add pecans if desired).
5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour or until liquid has evaporated.
6. Serves 6-8 notes: we always use the pecans.