Rice With Almonds & Raisins

Submitted by French Fried Texan

"This is a great side dish for a variety of meats. Toast the almonds to add another dimension of flavor. Especially good with Peachy Pork Chops. Could easily be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1⁄3 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 2 tablespoons raisins
• 1 1⁄2 cups chicken broth
• salt and pepper
• 1⁄4 cup sliced almonds, toasted, if desired

directions

1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion, stirring, until tender. Stir in the rice, raisins, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Stir in almonds before serving.

Reviews

[Susie D]

We loved this and it will go in my keeper file! It has a mild flavor, but it is so good. This would match so many entrees, but I served it with baked fish. Thank you for sharing the recipe! Found during PAC Fall '07.

 

[Annacia]

I made this to go with leftover pork roast and it really turned it into a new meal. Very tasty, quick, easy, made with what is on hand! Whats not to love. DH picked out the almonds but had seconds of rice. That is high praise!

 

[Recipe Reader]

This is a great idea to jazz up rice. I used Uncle Ben's Converted rice and the appropriate amount of broth according to the package. I also used beautiful golden raisins. A very tasty dish. Thanks, French Fried Texan!