Basmati Pilaf With Almonds and Cilantro

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 3/4 cup water

• 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped green onion
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add almonds, and sauté for 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Add the rice and garlic, and sauté for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the water and broth, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

4. 4

   Remove from heat; stir in cilantro and the remaining ingredients.