Rice Pilaf With Peas

* Exported from MasterCook *

RICE PILAF WITH PEAS

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Ethnic Vegetarian
Rice

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 c Rice
3 tb Olive oil
1 ea Onion, chopped
2 ea Bay leaves
1 sm Piece cinnamon
1 t Salt
1 pn Freshly ground black pepper
1 c Peas
4 c Water or stock
1 tb Parsley, chopped
Tomato slices
Cucumber slices

Wash rice & leave to soak for half an hour. Allow to
drain. Heat oil in a pot & fry onion till it becomes
translucent. Add bay leaves, cinnamon, salt, pepper &
rice. Cook until the rice grains become opaque,
stirring occasionally. Add peas & stir together until
the peas are well coated in oil. Add 4 c water or
stock. Bring to a boil, cover & simmer over a low
heat until the rice is tender (15 to 20 minutes).
Serve with the garnish. Jack Santa Maria,
"Greek Vegetarian Cookery"



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