Fruit, Nut, and Rice Casserole

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Fruit, Nut, and Rice Casserole

 

2 cups chopped dried apricots or peaches

1 cup golden raisins

1 cup long-grain rice

4 tbsps. olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped

1 tsp. curry powder

1 cup sliced almonds

salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

 

Soak the apricots and raisins in warm water for 30 minutes. Drain and set

aside.

 

Meanwhile, cook the rice in 4 cups boiling salted water, stirring

occasionally, until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Drains and set

aside.

 

Heat the oil in a skillet over moderate heat and saute the onion and bell

pepper until tender but not brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in the curry powder

and almonds and saute 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the drained fruits and rice

and transfer to a greased baking dish.

 

Bake covered in a preheated 375 degree oven for 30 minutes.

Serves 4 to 6.

 

 

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