Chrov Plav

1 c Rice uncooked

1/4 c Chopped almonds

2 T Currants

2 T Raisins

6 ea Prunes dried, pitted, &

-coarsely chopped 3 T Dates chopped

4 T Butter

1/4 c Apricots, dried, pitted &

- cut into strips 1/4"x1" 1 T Honey

2 c Cold water

Soak, dates, currants, & prunes in a bowl of warm water for 15 minutes. Then remove them, pat dry, and mix with the other dried fruits. Mel the butter in a large, heavy skillet over High heat. Add the fruit mixture and the almonds. Reduce the heat to Low and stir for 4 minutes, Stir in the honey, rice, and water. Raise heat to High and bring to a boil. reduce heat to Low, cover and simmer for 25 minutes. Serve hot.