1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1.5 cups chopped celery + 1/2 cup, divided
1 heaping cup chopped sweet onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 & 1/2 cups uncooked wild rice
2 cups vegetable broth (be sure to use gluten-free if required)
1 & 1/2 cup water
1 bay leaf
3/4-1 tsp kosher salt (or to taste) + black pepper as desired
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup fresh cranberries, thinly sliced