Name: Sweet Onions with Basmati Rice, Summer Herbs & Dried Cherries
Ingredients: 2 tbsp butter ( (1/4 stick)); 1 1/2 tbsp basmati rice ( (about 10 ounces)); 2 cups sweet onions (chopped); 2 1/2 cups water; 1 1/2 tsp salt; 3 tbsp Italian Parsley (finely chopped); 2 tbsp fresh dill (finely chopped); 1/4 cup dried cherries; 1/4 cup walnuts (toasted)

This is a perfect side dish that can complement any meal.

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Sweet Onions with Basmati Rice, Summer Herbs & Dried Cherries

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Course Side Dish

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

2 tbsp butter (1/4 stick)
1 1/2 tbsp basmati rice (about 10 ounces)
2 cups sweet onions chopped
2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 tsp salt
3 tbsp Italian Parsley finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
1/4 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup walnuts toasted

Instructions

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear; set aside.
Melt butter in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add rice, 2 1/2 cups water, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 10 minutes.
Stir in herbs, cherries, & walnuts. Season with pepper and more salt, if desired. Transfer to bowl and serve.