Almond Rice I

Ingredients

 * 1 cup long-grain brown rice
 * 2 cups water
 * 1 tsp low-sodium bouillon granules
 * 2 tbsp almonds, silvered or 2 tbsp pine nuts
 * 2 tbsp grated lemon zest

Directions

 * 1) In a medium-size saucepan, bring rice and water to a boil.
 * 2) Turn off heat and let rice stand in water, covered, 6 hours.
 * 3) When ready to cook, add bouillon granules and brine to a boil.
 * 4) Cook 10 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
 * 5) Drain, if necessary.
 * 6) Add almonds and lemon zest.
 * 7) Let stand a few minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutritional information
Food exchanges per serving: 1 starch/bread exchange | cal: 96 | cho: 0mg | car: 19g | pro: 2g | sod: 123mg | fat: 1g