Chick Peas and Rice

• 2 cups water, divided
• 2/3 cup brown rice, uncooked
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 (15 oz.) can chick peas, drained
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon marjoram
• 1/2 teaspoon basil
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• freshly ground pepper to taste

Bring 1 ½ cups water to boiling in a small saucepan an add rice. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 40 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from heat. In a large skillet, heat oil, and saute onion and garlic until soft, but not brown. Add rice, remaining water, and chick peas, parsley and seasonings. Cover skillet, and simmer mixture over a low heat 15 minutes, or until ingredients are well-flavored.

• Yields: 6 servings
• Preparation Time: 1 ½ hours