Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf

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I found this recipe at allrecipes.com and have made it a few times. It is a very elegant dish in presentation and combines two side dishes into one. Give it a try.

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Steps

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Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.

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Increase heat to medium , and stir in spaghetti , cooking until coated with the melted butter and lightly browned.

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Stir onion and garlic into the saucepan , and cook about 2 minutes , until tender.

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Stir in jasmine rice , and cook about 5 minutes.

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Pour in vegetable broth.

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Season mixture with salt and pepper.

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Bring the mixture to a boil , cover , and cook 20 minutes , until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed.

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Place asparagus in a separate medium saucepan with enough water to cover.

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Bring to a boil , and cook until tender but firm.

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Mix asparagus and cashew halves into the rice mixture , and serve warm.

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Ingredients

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butter, spaghetti, onion, garlic, jasmine rice, vegetable broth, salt and pepper, fresh asparagus, cashew halves