Low-Fat Apple and Brown Rice Pilaf

This is a simple, tasty recipe using brown rice.


Low-Fat Apple and Brown Rice Pilaf (high fiber)

1/2 onion, minced
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups quick cooking brown rice
1 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/2 tsp. dried thyme, crushed
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups Rome apples, cored and diced
2 Tbsp. parsley, chopped

Saute onion in oil in non-stick skillet until tender; stir in rice and brown
slightly. Stir in broth, thyme, salt and pepper; bring to boil.  Cover
tightly and reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes.  Remove from heat; stir in
apples and parsley.  Serve warm or cold.
Makes 4 servings.
Calories    337    Fat    6 g     Fiber    6 g    Sodium     31 mg.

Source:

rec.food.cooking, rec.food.recipes