Brown Rice, French Lentil Vegetable Pilaf

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Brown Rice, French Lentil Vegetable Pilaf

 

3/4 cup Cal Brown Rice

1 tbsp. French Lentils (or regular lentils)

1 Cinnamon stick

1 1/2 cup vegetable broth

1 tbsp. Olive Oil

1/2 cup Onion, finely chopped

1 tsp Garlic, chopped

1/2 cup Peppers, sweet, red, chopped

3 tbsp. Chives, chopped

1/4 cup Roasted pecans, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

 

Instructions for Preparation

In a medium saucepan bring broth to a boil. Stir in

rice, lentils and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until all liquid

is absorbed, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat; let

stand covered, 5 minutes.

 

Meanwhile in a 10-in skillet, heat oil with medium

high heat, sauté onion and garlic, until soft but not

brown, add to the pan, red pepper and continue to

sauté for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Place hot rice mixture in a bowl. Add to rice mixture

the sautéed vegetable mixture, pecans and chives.

Gently stirring to mix.

 

Serves 4-1 cup servings

 

 

 

 

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