Brown Rice Pilaf with Toasted Almonds
alt.cooking-chien/Mendi (2001)
Serves 4

The full flavor of brown rice goes well with almonds. Serve this side dish with roasted chicken.

1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup onion, chopped
2 tablespoons celery, chopped
1 cup brown rice
2 cups chicken broth
1/3 cup almonds, toasted, slivered
salt and pepper to taste

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