Stuffed Grape Leaves
Lemony rice and herbs rolled in tender grape leaves and steamed in olive oil and broth.



Rinse the leaves; cook rice with onion, herbs, and lemon until al dente.
Stir in pine nuts; cool.
Roll a small spoonful in each leaf, fold sides in tight.
Pack in a heavy pot; cover with broth, weight, and braise 45 minutes.
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