Ingredients for 4 servings:
1. 1 tablespoon butter
2. 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
3. 1 cup uncooked white rice
4. 2 tablespoons raisins
5. 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
6. salt and pepper
7. 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted, if desired
Directions:
1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion, stirring, until tender. Stir in the rice, raisins, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Stir in almonds before serving.