*  Exported from  MasterCook  *
 
                              Artichoke Pilaf
 
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 Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Main Dish
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
    1 1/2  cups          Basmati rice
    4      lg            Cloves garlic
                         -wee bit olive oil
                         -pinch each of dried thyme
                         - marjoram and basil
    3      cups          Water.
    8                    Canned (not marinated)
                         -artichoke hearts
 
 Rinse rice several times, until rinse water runs clear. Saute garlic and
 herbs in olive oil until fragrant, about two minutes, being ultra careful
 not to scorch the garlic.  Add rice and saute an other two or three
 minutes.  Add artichoke hearts and saute another minute. Add water and
 bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and cook about fifteen minutes. Turn
 off burner and let sit five more minutes. Fluff with forks.
 
 
 
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