GOLDEN SPICED RICE

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Our Test Kitchen created this flavorful rice medley that's sure to jazz up any entree. Golden raisins add sweetness to the blend of aromatic herbs.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 tablespoons chopped onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon each ground coriander, cinnamon and cumin
Dash ground nutmeg
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/4 cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons chopped almonds

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir in rice and spices. Add broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until tender. Stir in raisins and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 528mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.