Coconut Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to broil.
2. 2
   Spread coconut flakes and pine nuts onto large cookie sheet.
3. 3
   Place in oven and watch closely until coconut is looks toasted.
4. 4
   Transfer to a bowl.
5. 5
   On stove, bring water and coconut milk to a boil.
6. 6
   Slowly mix in rice, butter, salt and dried cherries stirring constantly.
7. 7
   Bring back to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 10-16 minutes.
8. 8
   Quickly check at 12 and 14 minutes to see if rice is done.
9. 9
   Remove from heat, fluff with fork and add coconut and pine nuts.
10. 10
    Serve.