Golden Jeweled Rice, Low Fat
- Ready In:
- 20mins
- Ingredients:
- 5
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
- 157.80 ml quick-cooking brown rice (see note)
- 315.37-354.88 ml reduced sodium fat-free broth (water may be substituted)
- 4.92 ml turmeric
- 59.14 ml dried apricot, cut in small pieces
- 59.14 ml dried cranberries
directions
- In a large saucepan bring broth to a boil (use the amount of broth or water stated on the package of rice), stir in rice and tumeric; When mixture comes to a boil again, reduce heat and simmer about 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- While rice is cooking, place dried fruits in a small bowl, add hot (but not boiling) water to cover; Let soak for 5-10 minutes or until soft; Drain well.
- Remove rice from heat and stir in dried fruits; Cover and let stand 2-5 minutes; Lightly fluff with a fork and serve.
- Note: Regular brown rice can also be used- To reduce the usual cooking time use an appropriate amount of rice and liquid; Cook at a low boil (not a simmer) until rice is tender, about 30 minutes; Drain away any remaining liquid.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
GeeWhiz
United States