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Step 1
Preheat Oven to 375°. Lightly oil a shallow baking dish (1 1/2 quart)
Step 2
In a large pan heat the pan to medium high, add olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Then add the almonds, carrots and onions and cook until caramelized. About 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the cinnamon and stir for 1 minute. Add rice and toast until translucent about 1 minute.
Step 4
Stir in broth, salt, orange juice, zest, cranberries and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes. Then remove from the heat.
Step 5
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake uncovered about 45 -55 minutes until all the liquid has been absorbed. Sprinkle with chives garnish and serve.
Step 6
This rice is also fantastic server warm, or at room temperature. You can make this the day ahead and warm in the oven if you wish.