Not Mama's Rice Pudding

What You Need:

• 1/2 C onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 2 T margarine
• 1 C white rice, uncooked
• 1/2 C raisins
• 2 1/4 C vegetable broth
• 2 t cinnamon
• 1/4 t salt
• 1 T cilantro

How to Make It:

1. Place the margarine in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Once the margarine has melted add the onion and garlic.
3. Cook about 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
4. Add the rice, raisins and vegetable broth and mix well.
5. Stir in the cinnamon and salt.
6. Bring to a rapid boil.
7. Reduce heat to low and cover pan.
8. Cook 15 minutes being sure not to remove the lid during the cooking time.
9. Remove from heat.
10. Fluff the rice and recover.
11. Allow to stand covered for 8 minutes.
12. Add the cilantro and serve immediately.