» Basmati Almond Rice with Roasted Grapes

Ingredients

• 4 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained well
• 3/4 cup butter, whole, salted
• 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
• 4 cups yellow onion, diced 1/4-inch
• 1 tablespoon black mustard seeds
• 2 tablespoons chicken base – high quality
• 6 1/2 cups water
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 1-1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 1/4 cup Zante currants
• 1 cup almonds, sliced, toasted
• 1 batch roasted grapes (recipe follows)