2 c  Basmati Rice uncooked
1/2 c  Diced dried apples
1/2 c  Diced dried apricots
1/2 c  Dried dates chopped
1/2 c  Raisins
1/2 c  Prunes pitted and chopped
1/2 c  Slivered almonds
1 c  Mushrooms fresh sliced
1 ts Salt
1 ts Cinnamon ground
Water as needed for rice

Put water into a large pot and bring to a boil. Add rice, stir, and reduce
heat. Add the fruits & salt. cook for 15 minutes on Medium heat. Add
remaining ingredients, stir, cover and continue for balance of cooking
time. Stir as needed. Note: This dish may be served as a meatless maindish
or as a sidedish for poultry, fish, or beef. It is especially good with
veal.