Turkish Ottoman Rice Csserole

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I got this recipe from my friend val who has a turkish husband. He claims this dish is eaten often in the royal palace

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Steps

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In a skillet heat 2 tablespoons butter and olive oil.

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Add onion and cook til see through.

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Add curry , garlic and turmeric and cook 1 minute.

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Add the rice and cook til opague.

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Add stock and uncovered bring to a boil.

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Add salt and pepper.

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Cook , covered on low 25 minutes.

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Fluff rice with fork.

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If not tender enough add a little water and cook five minutes more.

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Mix in cherries and nuts and transer to a casserole.

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In a saucepan , heat other 2 tablespoons butter.

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Add flour and stir constantly cook til bubbly but do not brown.

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Add milk and cook , stirring , til thick.

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Add salt and cheese.

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Pour over rice.

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Put under broiler for four minutes or until bubbly.

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Ingredients

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butter, olive oil, onion, garlic cloves, turmeric, curry powder, long grain rice, chicken stock, sea salt, pepper, pistachios, dried cherries, pine nuts, flour, milk, salt, parmesan cheese