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Brown Rice Pilaf With Toasted Almonds

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Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp Butter
• ¼ cup Onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp Celery, chopped
• 1 cup Brown rice
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1/3 cup Almonds, toasted, slivered
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan (that has a lid), on med-high heat.
2. Saute the onion and celery until just soft, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the rice and brown for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the broth and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed (about 45 minutes). Remove from the heat.
5. Toss in the almonds. Check the seasonings. Serve warm.