Dried Cherry and Almond Rice Pilaf
Ingredients
3 tbsp.
Kowalski's Butter
¼ cup
chopped onion
1 tsp.
kosher salt
1 ½ cups
brown rice
2 ¼ cups
low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp.
orange zest
¾ cup
dried tart cherries
½ cup
sliced almonds
2 tbsp.
chopped fresh Italian parsley
Directions
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onions until soft (about 5 min.); season with salt. Stir in rice; cook until onions become translucent (about 3 min.). Add broth to the skillet with orange zest. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat to low. Continue cooking, covered, until rice is tender (15-20 min.). Add cherries to the pan; remove from heat. Let stand, covered, for 10 min. Sprinkle with almonds and parsley; toss with a fork.
Tasty Tip:
- Try black or red rice, farro or quinoa instead of brown rice. Brown rice, almonds and cherries are heart-helping foods. They help keep cholesterol levels in good shape, douse inflammation and offer many nutrients that keep hearts beating strong.
