BULGUR, PINE NUT, AND RED PEPPER PILAF

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Categories     Nut     Pepper     Side     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Pine Nut     Bell Pepper     Fall     Healthy     Bulgur     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2 generously

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small onion, chopped fine
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons chicken broth
3 tablespoons finely diced red bell pepper
3/4 cup bulgur*
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted lightly
2 teaspoons minced fresh chives
*available at natural foods stores and many supermarkets.

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan cook onion in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until softened.
  • Stir in broth, bell pepper, and bulgur and bring liquid to a boil. Cook mixture, covered, over low heat 12 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove pan from heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Stir in pine nuts, chives, and salt and pepper to taste.

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