Mixed Grain Pilaf
Makes 4 1/2 cups
You can make this nutty pilaf up to 1 day ahead, which makes it good for potluck or Sabbath at home; cover and chill. Reheat, covered, in a microwave oven at full power (100%), stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
Ingredients:
1/3 cup chopped almonds
2 tablespoons oil
1 onion (1/2 lb.), chopped
2 carrots (1/2 lb. total), chopped
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
1/3 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup barley
1/2 cup brown rice
2 3/4 cups "chicken"-style or vegetable broth
1/4 cup water
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup bulgur wheat
Salt and pepper
Preparation:
1. In a 3- to 4-quart pan, stir nuts often over medium heat until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes; pour from pan.
2. Turn heat to medium-high and add oil, onion, carrots, garlic, and parsley to pan. Stir often until onion is limp, about 5 minutes.
3. Add barley and rice. Stir often until barley is lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
4. Add broth, water, basil, and oregano. Bring to a boil over high heat, then turn heat to low, cover, and simmer 30 minutes. Stir in bulgur, cover, and simmer until grains are tender to bite, about 15 minutes longer.
5. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour pilaf into a bowl and garnish with toasted nuts.
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