Ingredients

1 cup brown rice , 2 1/2 cups water , 1/4 teaspoon salt , 1/2 cup dried currants , 1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds , 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Method

1. Wash rice under running water to remove starch, dust, stones, or broken grains. Place brown rice, the water, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. , 2. Bring to a boil, reduce temperature to medium-low, and cover pan. Cook until grains are tender and separated (35 to 40 minutes). All the liquid will be absorbed. Let pan rest, covered10 minutes. Just before serving, stir in currants, almonds, and cinnamon. Serve immediately, or keep warm in the pan on the stove for up to 20 minutes.