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ancient grains

Ancient Grain and Rice Pilaf

1 1/2 cup of basmati rice
1/2 cup of whole ancient grains such as amaranth, ragi, red rice or quinoa
3 1/2 cups of chicken stock
1/2 cup of sliced almonds
1 leek, cleaned well and chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon of fresh sage
1/2 teaspoon of fresh thyme
2 tablespoons of olive
Salt and pepper

 

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Put the rice and grains together in a bowl, and rinse a few times with cold water until the water runs clear. Drain.

In a small pot, on medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the leek, garlic and almonds. Cook for 2 minutes, add the stock and bring to a boil.

Add the drained rice and grains to the boiling pot, along with the sage, thyme, salt and pepper. Lower the heat and cover tightly. Simmer for 20 minutes.

Fluff with a fork before serving.

Serves 4.

 

 
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