Dirty Rice

Note from Cheri: This recipe for a Cajun favorite is reprinted from The Whole Grain Cookbook by A.D. Livingston. This terrific book gives recipes and information for all your favorite grains, as well as ones you've probably never heard of.

1/2 lb. chicken livers 1 C long grain rice 2 C chicken stock 1 large onion, chopped 2 green onions, chopped 2 fresh red chili peppers 2 T peanut oil salt and pepper to taste

Serves 4 Bring the chicken stock to a boil in a medium pot. Add the rice and bring to a new boil, stir with a wooden spoon, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet and saute the chopped (white) onion. Chop the chicken livers and add them to the onion. Sauté until the liver is cooked through, about 5-8 minutes. Add the green onions, chili peppers, salt, pepper and rice. Cook over medium heat for a few minutes, stirring and adjusting the seasonings as needed.