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Almond Apricot Barley Pilaf

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time28 minutes
Total Time48 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Keyword: Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 1/2 cup barley
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup dried apricots, diced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • Butter, for serving, optional

Instructions

  • Add slivered almonds to a large skillet. Toast over medium heat until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Remove almonds from skillet and set aside.
  • Add the barley to the skillet and toast over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add water, chicken stock and diced, dried apricots to the skillet. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes.
  • Stir in reserved almonds and seasonings until combined. If desired, add a pat or two of butter before serving.

Notes

This also tastes great the next day as a cold salad for lunch.