Curried Sweet Potato-Apple Pilaf

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 1 cup water
• 2/3 cup diced peeled sweet potato
• 1 cup cubed peeled Granny Smith apple
• 1/4 cup frozen green peas
• 2 tablespoons currants
• 3/4 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté 1 minute. Stir in rice; sauté 1 minute. Add water and sweet potato; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is almost absorbed. Stir in apple and remaining ingredients; cover and simmer 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated.