Mexican Cinnamon Rice

By kathleentirpak

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup ( 1 medium-sized ) chopped yellow onion
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 2 Tablespoons butter
• 1 cup long-grain white rice, well rinsed
• 1/4 cup dried currants
• 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 2 Tablespoons chopped cilantro

Preparation

Step 1

Saute onion, and then garlic, in the butter, stirring until onion is tender. Add the rice, currants, broth, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes. Fluff rice, cover again, and allow to stand for 10 minutes. Stir in cilantro.