Apple Almond Pilaf
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"This pilaf is packed with a delightful mix of tastes and textures," reports Mary Patterson of Bethel, Connecticut. "It's great for a dinner party or just to treat your family."
SERVINGS: 4
CATEGORY: Lower Fat

METHOD: Other stovetop
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons margarine
- 1/4 cup sliced blanched almonds
- 2 large pitted prunes, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 4 dried apple slices, halved
- 1-1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
- 2 teaspoons honey
Directions:
Melt margarine in a nonstick saucepan. Add almonds; cook and stir over medium heat until lightly browned. Stir in prunes, raisins and apple slices; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Yield: 4 servings.