Walnut Apple Rice

1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 T. butter, softened
1 cup water
1 cup apple cider or juice
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 small red apple, chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter for 3-4 min or until tender. Add the water, cider salt and cinnamon; bring to a boil.

Stir in rice, apple and walnuts.  Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes.  Fluff witha fork.  Yields 6 servings.