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Cranberry Chestnut Pilaf

Prep Time:

5 min

Cook Time:

25 min

Total Time:

30 min

Servings:

4

For a traditional holiday flavor, use chestnuts or walnuts for added crunch.

Ingredients

1 tbsp butter or olive oil
1 cup chopped leek (white part only)
1/4 cup thinly sliced celery
1 6.6 oz package Near East Rice Pilaf Mix - Toasted Almond
1/2 cup dried cranberries or chopped fresh cranberries
1/2 cup coarsely chopped chestnuts (about 12), or toasted chopped walnuts
2 tbsp chopped parsley

How to make it

1

In medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add leaks and celery; sauté 1 minute, stirring frequently.
2

Add 2 cups water; bring to a boil.
3

Stir in rice, contents of Spice Sack and sage. Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer 20 minutes.
4

Remove from heat. Stir in cranberries, chestnuts and parsley. Cover; let stand 5 minutes.

Tips & Tricks

To double recipe, prepare as directed in large saucepan, doubling ingredients, but not cook time.

Near East Rice Pilaf Mix - Toasted Almond

Near East Rice Pilaf Mix - Toasted Almond

Near East Rice Pilaf Mix - Toasted Almond

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