Brown Rice With Onions, Garlic, And Pecans

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   Using chicken broth [or water for Vegetarian], cook the rice according to the package directions.

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   About 15 minutes before the rice is ready, melt the butter in a skillet over medium low heat.

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   Add the chopped onion and saute', stirring often, until the onion is very soft and begins to color, about 10 minutes.

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   Stir in the minced garlic and the pecan meats; saute' over medium heat, stirring, until the nuts and onions are golden and the garlic is tender.

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   After done cooking, let the rice stand, covered, for 5 minutes; spoon rice into a bowl, spoon the onions and pecans on top, and fluff with a fork or a chopstick.

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   Garnish with the green onions.

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   This is also good with other types of nut, such as pine nuts, pistachios, and walnuts, and also made with a mixture of white and wild rice; sliced mushrooms are also a good addition.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.