Walnut Apple Rice

Walnut Apple Rice

Note: This goes good with the Apple Chutney Chops recipe, pictured above

1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup water
1 cup apple cider or juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 small red apple, chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

1. In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add the water, cider, salt and cinnamon; bring to a boil.

2. Stir in the rice, apple and walnuts. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Makes 6 servings.

Prep/total time: 25 minutes
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 173 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 232mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

Source: Taste of Home, "Walnut Apple Rice," https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/walnut-apple-rice/