MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.05 Title: Orange And Currant Pilaf Categories: Side dish, Indian, Rice, Fruits Yield: 4 Servings 1 tb Oil 1/4 c Onions; finely chopped 1 c Basmati rice 1 tb Currants 1 ts Orange zest; finely - shredded 1 ts Ginger; finely chopped 1 3/4 c Water 1/2 ts Salt Heat the oil in a large wide saucepan over medium heat. When the foam subsides, add the onion and saute over low heat, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the rice, currants, orange zest, and ginger, and saute over medium heat, stirring, for 2 minutes. Stir in the water and salt, and heat to boiling, stirring. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed. Let stand, uncovered, off the heat, for 5 minutes before serving. Recipe by Rice, the Amazing Grain by Marie Simmons MMMMM