Name: Jewel-Toned Sweet and Savory Basmati Rice Pilaf with Pomegranate
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients: 1½ cups (270 g) long grain basmati rice; ¼ cup (40 g) golden raisins (sultanas); ¼ cup (30 g) dried cranberries; 2½ tablespoons clarified butter (ghee); 3 tablespoons pine nuts or slivered almonds; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks; ¾ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom; ¼ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric; 2½ cups (590 ml) Swanson® Vegetable Stock, simmering; 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest; 3 tablespoons pomegranate arils; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley