This festive rice recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for Christmas dinner. The addition of cranberries and almonds adds a holiday touch to the dish.
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[*]1 cup basmati rice
[*]2 cups chicken/vegetable broth
[*]1 tbsp butter or olive oil
[*]1 small onion, chopped
[*]2 garlic cloves, minced
[*]1/3 cup dried cranberries
[*]1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds
[*]1/2 tsp cinnamon
[*]Salt and pepper to taste
[*]Parsley (optional)
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[HEADING=3]Instructions:[/HEADING]
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[*]Heat butter/oil in a saucepan. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
[*]Stir in rice and toast for 2 minutes.
[*]Add broth and cinnamon. Cover and simmer until rice is tender (15-20 minutes).
[*]Mix in cranberries and almonds. Let sit for 5 minutes.
[*]Fluff with a fork, season, and garnish with parsley.
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