Three-Grain Pilaf

Directions

1. 1
   Melt butter in large skillet or 3-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Add and saute nuts, then remove and reserve for topping.
3. 3
   Alternately, toast nuts.
4. 4
   Saute onion and garlic in remaining butter until tender.
5. 5
   Add carrot and parsley.
6. 6
   Stir in brown rice, barley and bulgur.
7. 7
   Saute grains until lightly browned.
8. 8
   Add broth, Sherry, basil and oregano.
9. 9
   Season to taste with salt and pepper.
10. 10
    Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 45 minutes.
11. 11
    If needed, remove lid toward the end to cook off some of the liquid.
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    OR, turn into a greased casserole and bake, covered, at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until done.
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    Sprinkle with reserved nuts before serving.