HARVEST RICE

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Chock-full of raisins, apples and veggies with a touch of cinnamon, this comforting rice dish has real autumn appeal. For crunch, Nancy Jensen of Hamilton, Washington adds sunflower kernels.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup sliced fresh carrot
2 tablespoons sliced green onion
2 tablespoons diced green pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2/3 cup chopped apple
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 tablespoons raisins
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon sunflower kernels

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the carrot, onion and green pepper in oil for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add apple; saute for 2 minutes longer. Stir in the water, apple juice, lemon juice, brown sugar and salt; bring to a boil. , Stir in the rice, raisins and cinnamon. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with sunflower kernels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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