Rice with Almonds and Raisins Recipe
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Rice with Almonds and Raisins

By: Annette 
"The rice is cooked in chicken broth instead of water to give it a good flavor. This dish would complement any meat, poultry, or fish. Delicious!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.4 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (22)

Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 2 tablespoons raisins
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion, stirring, until tender. Stir in the rice, raisins, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Stir in almonds before serving.

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Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 256 | Total Fat: 6.3g | Cholesterol: 8mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 14, 2003 by jharris   view full review
This was absolutely delicious and easy! I used a little more butter than called for by...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 5, 2005 by Carrie Magill   view full review
For something so simple, this was really nice! I replaced the onion with a very small amount...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2010 by Nandabear Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I really liked this recipe. I love just about most rice dishes but love those that have more...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 6, 2004 by DACOOK411   view full review
This is the best rice dish I've ever had! I love the combination of flavors! A great dish for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 8, 2003 by MGEPPERT   view full review
The family loved this rice recipe. I caramelized the onions a bit, which gave the flavor a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 21, 2009 by DaniCook914   view full review
I made this twice so far, and liked it. For some reason I feeled like maybe it might be...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2010 by now2   view full review
Husband absolutely loved this recipe. It was easy, goof-proof and I had all the ingredients...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2009 by ENELSON6 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I wanted rice with my bourbon salmon and this was perfect. Simple with a great flavor. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 2, 2009 by holarosa   view full review
This was really delicious! I even left out the onion because I ran out, but it was still good....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 7, 2009 by VILAINE   view full review
I leave out the raisins because I don't like them. This dish has loads of flavor even though...

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