1 c Rice uncooked
1/4 c Chopped almonds
2 T Currants
2 T Raisins
6 ea Prunes dried, pitted, &
-coarsely chopped 3 T Dates chopped
4 T Butter
1/4 c Apricots, dried, pitted &
– cut into strips 1/4″x1″ 1 T Honey
2 c Cold water
Soak, dates, currants, & prunes in a bowl of warm water for 15 minutes. Then remove them, pat dry, and mix with the other dried fruits. Mel the butter in a large, heavy skillet over High heat. Add the fruit mixture and the almonds. Reduce the heat to Low and stir for 4 minutes, Stir in the honey, rice, and water. Raise heat to High and bring to a boil. reduce heat to Low, cover and simmer for 25 minutes. Serve hot.