Pine Nut-and-Rice Pilaf

By Lv2Cook

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups chopped onion
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• 5 cups hot cooked rice
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/3 cup pine nuts toasted
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Basil sprig (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté 3 minutes or until tender. Combine onion mixture, rice, and remaining ingredients in a bowl; toss well. Garnish with a basil sprig, if desired.

Serving Size: 1 cup