Spicy Rice & Vegetables

1 c Green chilies, diced

1 c Green bell pepper, diced

1 c Celery, diced

1 c Onion, diced

4 tb Butter

1 tb Honey

1 1/2 c Brown rice

3 c Water

1 Apple, chopped

1/2 c Almonds, chopped

Saute vegetables in butter and honey. Add rice and continue to saute until onions are clear. Add water, and boil 5 minutes. Turn heat to low; let rice absorb water, about 35 minutes. In last 5 minutes of cooking, add apple and almonds.