Brown Rice Split Pea-Laf

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups brown rice, rinsed
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 cup split peas
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• salt and pepper, taste

Directions

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil and saute the onion until golden, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the garlic ands rice and stir until coated with oil.

3. 3

   Stir in the broth, lemon juice, split peas, cinnamon, cumin, salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to a simmer. Cover and cook 45-50 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice and peas are tender.

5. 5

   Let stand, covered 10 minutes, then serve hot.