Kids Kedgeree

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-low heat.
2. 2
   Add rice, split peas, carrot and onion.
3. 3
   Stir until onion turns translucent, about 4 minutes.
4. 4
   Add cloves, cinnamon, cumin and curry powder, and cook, stirring, until spices are fragrant (about 1 minute).
5. 5
   Add stock, bay leaf and nuts, if using.
6. 6
   Bring to boil, uncovered.
7. 7
   Stir.
8. 8
   Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook 50 minutes or until rice is tender.
9. 9
   Turn off heat and fluff with a fork.
10. 10
    Re-cover and allow to steam 5 minutes longer.
11. 11
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. 12
    Remove bay leaf before serving.