Pilaf with Chickpeas

(Nohutlu Pilav)

1 cup chickpeas, in can, rinsed, drained
3/4 cup long-grain rice, washed, drained
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp butter
1 1/4 cup chicken or beef stock
1 tsp salt
Pinch pepper

Melt the butter and saute the onion for about 2-3 minutes in a cooking pot. Add rice and saute for 2-3 minutes while stirring. Pour in the chicken stock. Add the salt and pepper. Turn the heat down to low. Add the chickpeas 5 minutes before the rice is cooked. Cook until the rice absorbs all the water.

Let the Pilaf stand for 5 minutes. Then serve with any kind of beef or chicken dish.

2-3 servings.

Meal Ideas:
- Steak with Vegetables and Tomato Sauce, Raisin Compote, Celery Root with Olive Oil and Semolina Dessert.