Rice With Almonds & Raisins

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: 25 mins
• 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.