Aromatic Lentil and Brown Rice Pilaf

* 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
* 1/2 cup onion -- chopped
* 2 cloves garlic -- crushed
* 1/2 cup carrot -- chopped
* 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
* 2 3/4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
* 3/4 cup brown rice -- uncooked
* 1/2 cup lentils -- uncooked
* 1/4 cup raisins
* 2 vegetable bouillon cubes
* 1 teaspoon curry powder
* 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
* 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
* 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add onion, garlic, carrots, and almonds.
Cook and stir until onion is tender and almonds are lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients and bring mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes, until water has been absorbed.

Remove from heat and let stand covered, 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve.

Number of Servings: 4