Basmati Rice with Sweet Onions, Summer Herbs & Dried Cherries

Recipe

• 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter

•  1 1/2 cups basmati rice (about 10 ounces)

• 2 cups chopped sweet onions (such as Vidalia or Walla Walla)

• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

• 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
• 
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill

• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
• ¼ Cup Dried Cherries
• ¼ Toasted Walnut
  
  Procedure: Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear; set aside. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onions; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add rice, 2 1/2 cups water, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Stir in herbs, cherries, & walnuts. Season with pepper and more salt, if desired. Transfer to bowl and serve.