Brown Rice Pilaf With Sage And Dried Fruit

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 small celery stalks, ends trimmed and chopped
• 2 1/2 cups uncooked brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 cup fat-free reduced-sodium vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup dark raisins
• 4 dried apricots, chopped
• 1 teaspoon chopped walnuts (optional)
• 2 teaspoons dried sage
• Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
• Canola cooking spray (as needed)
• Fresh sage for garnish

Method

1. 1 Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
2. 2 Sauté onion and celery until tender, about 5 minutes. Add brown rice and sauté for 5 minutes.
3. 3 Add water, broth, raisins, and apricots; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 50 minutes.
4. 4 Stir in walnuts (if using), dried sage, salt, and pepper.
5. 5 Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh sage, and serve immediately.