~Sent in by Larry Holmes, Ontario. Canada
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup long grain brown rice, uncooked
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 cup pitted dates, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon lemon peel, grated
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup water
black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Place onions, carrots, rice and oil in a heavy saucepan. Cook over medium
heat for 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Stir in dates, lemon peel, chicken
broth and water. Season with pepper. Bring rice mixture to a boil. Reduce
heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, until all the liquid is absorbed.
Fluff pilaf with fork. Stir in lemon juice. Sprinkle with green onions and serve.
Serves 4 persons
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