RICE WITH PINE NUTS AND PISTACHIOS

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This was a favorite of Thomas Jefferson. His cook was a slave from Africa and created many delicious meals. You could say that Jefferson's cook, Hemings, cooked his way to freedom. In 1793, Jefferson signed a document that emancipated Hemings if he promised to train a new chef for Monticello! Note: you can shortcut this recipe by using fast-cooking rice and adding the browned pistachios and pine nuts in at the end. Delicious either way!

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup rice, uncooked
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup water
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup pistachios, shelled and unsalted
1/4 teaspoon ground mace (optional)

Steps:

  • Rinse the rice under cold water in a colander. Drain. In a saucepan, over high heat, bring the chicken stock, water, 1 T of the butter and 1/2 t of the salt to a boil. Stir in the rice and cover tightly, simmer over very low heat for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the grains have absorbed all of the liquid.
  • In another skillet over medium heat, melt the remaining 2 T of butter. Stir in the pistachios and pine nuts and saute until they are a light golden color. It doesn't take long, make sure you don't burn them! Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • Put the cooked rice in a serving bowl and fluff it with a fork. Scrape the nuts over the rice and toss gently. Sprinkle the rice with the mace, if desired.

Henry Joseph
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This recipe sounds amazing! I love rice dishes, and the addition of pine nuts and pistachios sounds like a great way to add some extra flavor and texture.


Mujiv Sk
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I'm not sure about this recipe. The combination of rice, pine nuts, and pistachios seems a bit strange.


Rilwele Tshikovhi
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Md Ibrahim Toyube
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I followed the recipe exactly and the rice came out mushy. I'm not sure what went wrong.


sikandar malik
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices.


Majirani Official
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The rice was cooked perfectly and the nuts added a nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Tonui Pius
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the nuts added a nice touch of crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Susmita Giri
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I'm not a huge fan of nuts, but I really enjoyed this dish. The rice was cooked perfectly, and the nuts added a nice crunch without being overpowering.


Jutt Hero
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This dish was delicious! The rice was cooked perfectly, and the nuts added a nice flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Yasir
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the nuts add a nice touch of crunch.


Ram Magar
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This rice dish with pine nuts and pistachios was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were amazing, and the nuts added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


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