Next Generation Life Fitness

Raisin Nut Rice Pilaf

Preptime: 10 min.
Cooktime: 20 min.

Calories: 210
Carbs: 36g
Fat: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Satfat: 1g
Sodium: 200mg

Ingredients:
1 teaspoon butter, unsalted
1/3 cup finely chopped onions
1 sprig fresh thyme (optional)
2/3 cup converted rice
1 cup chicken stock or water
1/4 cup raisins
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350�F.

2. In a small ovenproof pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the onion and thyme, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until the onions become translucent but not brown.

3. Add the rice and stir to coat evenly with butter. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes.

4. Add the stock and the raisins and bring to a boil over high heat.

5. As soon as the stock comes to a boil, cover the pot and place in the oven for 18 minutes.

6. Add the salt, pepper, and the pecans and fluff with a fork.