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Cranberry Orange Pilaf

Prep Time:

10 min

Cook Time:

25 min

Total Time:

35 min

Servings:

2-3

This Cranberry Orange Pilaf recipe combines the tartness of cranberries with the citrusy zest of orange, blended with fragrant rice for a vibrant and flavorful side dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 tbsp butter or margarine
1 clove garlic, minced
3 green onions, sliced
1 14 ½ oz can reduced-sodium or regular chicken broth
1/4 tsp fresh or dried rosemary
1/8 tsp cinnamon
1 6.6 oz package Near East Rice Pilaf Mix - Toasted Almond
1/2 cup dried cranberries or chopped fresh cranberries
1 seedless orange, peeled and chopped

How to make it

1

In medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add green onion and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
2

Add broth and 1/4 cup water. Stir in rosemary and cinnamon. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3

Stir in rice and contents of Spice Sack.
4

Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed.
5

Remove from heat. Stir in cranberries and orange. Cover; let stand 5 minutes.

Tips & Tricks

This recipe can be doubled. Prepare as directed in a large saucepan, doubling the ingredients, but not the 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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