Vegetable Dolmas

• 1 cup long-grain rice, preferably basmati
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2

Soak the rice in cool water to cover for about 30 minutes. Drain.

While the rice is soaking, melt the butter in a medium sauté pan or skillet over low heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and tender, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook a few minutes more. Add the rice, diced tomatoes, pine nuts, currants, parsley, mint, salt, and pepper and combi