Cherry Rice Pilaf

Makes 8 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup chopped Onion
 * 1 cup chopped celery
 * 1/2 cup dried cherries
 * 1/2 cup California walnuts, chopped
 * 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme*
 * 1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram*
 * 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
 * 3 cups cooked rice

Directions

 * 1) Cook Onion, celery, cherries, walnuts, thyme, marjoram and pepper in butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
 * 2) Add rice; cook until thoroughly heated.