1. Heat oil in a medium-large saucepan (I used a 2Q pan and it was just right; I've also sauteed in water instead of oil). 2. Add onion and garlic; cook& stir 2 min. 3. Stir in cinnamon, sugar, and 4 c water. 4. Add lentils and barley. 5. Bring to boil on med heat; reduce heat to low. 6. Cover and simmer gently for 20 min. 7. Add rice, apricots, raisins, and mint; stir. 8. Simmer, covered, 20 more min or until all the ingredients are tender and have absorbed the liquid. 9. Season to taste with pepper. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
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