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Apple Curry Rice

1/2 cup water
1 Fuji apple, peeled, cored, and chopped
1/2 cup raisins
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
3 cups cooked brown rice (cooked in 3/4 cup apple juice and 1 3/4 cups water, 2 tsp.
curry powder if desired)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Salt to taste

Pour the water into a 2-cup glass measure and microwave on high for 1 minute. Add the raisins and soak for 5 minutes. Drain, and set aside. Place the oil, onion, curry powder, and pepper in a 2-quart microwavable casserole and stir to combine. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, or until the onions are tender. Add the apple tossing well to coat; stir in the rice. Re-cover and cook on high for 3 to 5 minutes, or until rice is heated through. Add the raisins. Re-cover and let stand for 2 minutes. Add salt to taste, if desired, and serve. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Nutritional Analysis Per Serving: Calories, 341; Fat, 9 g; Cholesterol, 0.0 mg; Fiber, 5 g; Sodium, 16 mg. Percent calories from Fat, 23%.