Fruited Rice Pilaf
INGREDIENTS:
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup uncooked basmati or regular long grain rice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 14 1/2-ounce can chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup Ocean Spray® Craisins® Original Sweetened Dried Cranberries
1/4 cup sliced green onions, with tops
1/4 cup coarsely chopped slivered almonds
DIRECTIONS:
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat until hot. Add rice and garlic; cook
1 to 2 minutes or until rice is coated with oil and garlic is fragrant.
Stir in broth and pepper. Cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10
minutes. Stir in cranberries. Cook 7 to 10 minutes longer or until liquid is
absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff rice with fork; stir in onions and almonds.
If desired, garnish with additional sliced green onions.
Makes 5 (2/3 cup) servings.