Lentil Pilaf (adapted from Joshi's Holistic Detox)

2 tbsp olive oil
1 bunch of spring / green onions, chopped
2-3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup lentils, rinsed
1/2 cup brown rice, rinsed
1/4 cup long grain wild rice, rinsed
2 tbsp flaked or slivered almonds
1/2 tsp thyme
2 1/2 cups chicken stock or 1 bouillon cube & 2.5 cups boiling water

In a large saucepan, saute the onions, garlic, lentils and both rices in the olive oil until the onion is tender (4-5 min). Add the almonds, thyme and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer covered for about 30 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.

Makes 6 portions.

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SUEINWLOO.