Fruited Walnut Brown Rice Pilaf Recipe

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 celery stalk, diced small
1 medium sweet onion, diced
2 cups uncooked brown rice
2 1/2 cups water
2 cups vegetable broth
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup minced dried apricots
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 tsp dried sage

Put a large heavy skillet on medium heat, add the oil, celery, and onion and cook stirring just until the vegetables soften, then add the brown rice and cook stirring for 5 minutes.

Pour in the water and broth, and bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover the skillet and let simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 40 to 45 minutes.

Stir in the raisins, apricots, walnuts, and sage, stir and taste, then add salt and pepper as needed.
Will serve 6 to 8.