Potato Basmati Rice Casserole

Potato Basmati Rice Casserole is an unusual side dish recipe that has the best combination of textures and flavors. Serve it with baked chicken or salmon.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 65 minutes
Ingredients:

    * 2-1/2 cups basmati rice
    * 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
    * 2 russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
    * 2 tablespoons olive oil
    * 3/4 cup diced dried apricots
    * 3/4 cup broken salted cashews
    * 1/4 cup orange juice
    * 2 teaspoons curry powder
    * Salt and pepper to taste
    * 1-1/2 cups water
    * 1/4 cup butter, melted

Preparation:
In medium saucepan, combine rice and the broth. Bring to a boil; cook for 10 minutes or until water is absorbed. Set aside.

Place olive oil in large skillet; heat over medium heat for 2 minutes. Carefully add the potato slices, arranging evenly in skillet. Cook for 7-8 minutes, turning occasionally with a spatula, until the potatoes begin to brown.

Stir apricots, cashews, orange juice, curry powder, and salt and pepper into the partially cooked rice. Spread over the potatoes. Drizzle with water and melted butter. Cover skillet tightly.

Cook over low heat, shaking pan occasionally, until rice is tender, about 25-35 minutes. Let stand, covered, off the heat for 10 minutes, then serve. Serves 8