Mixed Fruit Pilaf

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 cup dried mixed fruit, chopped
• 1 cup apple juice
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup uncooked bulgur wheat

Preparation

1. Sauté celery and onion in hot oil in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Add garlic, and sauté 1 more minute.
2. Stir in dried fruit and next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil; stir in bulgur wheat. Cover; reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes.
3. Note: Pack Mixed Fruit Pilaf in a zip-top plastic bag or waterproof container, and chill to transport to the picnic. It can safely sit at room temperature 2 hours.