Recipe: Polynesian Ham and Rice (using pineapple, snow peas, and curry powder)

POLYNESIAN HAM AND RICE

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice, drained and juice reserved
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2/3 cup uncooked regular long-grain rice
2 teaspoons curry powder
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 (6 ounce) package frozen snow (Chinese) pea pods, thawed
1/2 pound fully cooked ham, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Mix reserved pineapple juice, the broth, rice, curry powder and red pepper in 10-inch skillet. Heat to boiling, stirring once or twice; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 20 minutes (do not lift cover or stir); remove from heat. Fluff rice lightly with fork. Cover and let steam 5 minutes.

Cut each pea pod crosswise in half. Stir pea pods, pineapple and ham into rice mixture. Cook over medium heat about 2 minutes, stirring once or twice, until hot.

Makes 4 servings
From: Recipelink.com
Source: Recipe booklet: Favorite Casseroles, Betty Crocker Recipe Magazine #154, September 1999