TURKISH PILAF

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There are dozens upon dozens of Turkish pilaf recipes. This version is really easy to prepare, and the list of ingredients adds a special touch to this dish. It includes both almonds and pistachio nuts, prunes and apricots and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This pilaf is a great side dish to go with spicy meat dishes,...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups brown rice, uncooked
4 cups water
2 Tbsp slivered almonds
2 Tbsp pistachio nuts, shelled and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup dried prunes, chopped
1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)

Steps:

1. Bring water to a brisk boil in a medium saucepan. Add brown rice, stir well, and cover pan. Reduce heat to low and let the rice simmer for 45 minutes over low heat.
2. Stir in all remaining ingredients, and serve immediately while still warm.

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