PINE NUT AND CRANBERRY RICE PILAF

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Juicy cranberries and crunchy pine nuts easily dress up rice in this special side dish. The subtle flavors make it an appropriate accompaniment to many entrees.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 4-5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter and oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 5 minutes or until lightly browned. , Add the broth, mushrooms, cranberries, garlic powder, curry powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. , Remove from the heat. Stir in parsley; sprinkle with pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Hunain Sabir
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This recipe was a disappointment. The rice was overcooked and the pine nuts were burnt.


Fahad Khattak
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Overall, this was a good recipe. I would make it again with a few minor adjustments.


Petrus Shooya
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The pine nuts were a bit too crunchy for my taste. I would recommend toasting them for a shorter amount of time.


Victor Boahen Osei-Fosu
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The rice pilaf was a bit dry. I would recommend adding more broth or water to the recipe.


Angel Meza
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less cranberries or adding some chopped nuts to balance out the sweetness.


Bhupal Khatiwada
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I'm not usually a fan of rice pilaf, but this recipe changed my mind. The pine nuts and cranberries add a really nice flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Michael James
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Anees DPK
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I made this pilaf for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I've already had several requests for the recipe.


Udu Cyril
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used basmati rice instead of jasmine rice and it worked perfectly. The pine nuts and cranberries added a nice crunch and sweetness to the pilaf.


Jasper Adnan
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I've tried many rice pilaf recipes, but this one is by far the best. The addition of pine nuts and cranberries adds a unique and delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lal Gangai
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This pine nut and cranberry rice pilaf was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the rice was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.