Wild Rice with Spicy Pecans

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1 1/2 cups water

2 bay leaves

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

1 1/2 cups wild rice

3/4 cup pecan pieces

2/3 cup cranberries

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste