A lovely blend of flavors, fit for a luncheon served with a grilled fish or lime glazed chicken breast. Keep some tart dried Cherries around for this impromptu dish. In a pinch you may substitute dried Cranberries.

You may cook the Gaba rice in advance (like early morning) since it takes about 35 - 40 minutes, and leave pot out until you're ready to make the Pilaf. I always have pine nuts in my freezer for immediate availability.

Recipe

Serves 8

1 c. chopped organic Green onion
2 c. chopped organic Celery
1/2 c. dried, Tart organic Cherries
1/2 c. Pine Nuts
1 Tbs. chopped fresh organic Thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
1/2 tsp. ground Black pepper
1 Tbs. Coconut Oil (or Virgin Olive Oil)
2 c. cooked brown Gaba rice (may use Wild Rice)

Put onion, celery, cherries, nuts, thyme, pepper and oil in a large skillet.

Cook, uncovered, over medium heat 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender; stir occasionally. Add rice; mix well.

Cook 3 to 4 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.

That's it, simple and scrumptious!

~ Enjoy! ♥