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Crunchy, delicious, and good for you too, almonds are found in dishes throughout the Mediterranean.

For an Eastern Mediterranean meal with almonds, try:

Easy Almond Brown Rice Pilaf

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp salted butter
• 2 tbsp chopped shallots
• 1 garlic clove; minced
• 1-1/2 cups instant brown rice
• 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper; to taste
• ¼ c sliced almonds
•  1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil and butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
2. Add chopped shallots and sauté for about 1 minute, be careful not to burn.
3. Add garlic and sauté for 20 seconds or until fragrant.
4. Stir in rice and continue to cook for 1 minute.
5. Add vegetable broth, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
7. Remove from heat and add almonds and parsley; stir and fluff with a fork.
8. Taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly.
9. Serve and enjoy!