Sweet Jamaican Rice

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 red apple, cored and sliced
2 pinches curry powder
2 cups water
1 & 1/3 cups brown rice
2 teaspoons dark molasses or treacle
1 large banana, sliced
2 tablespoons unsweetened flake coconut

Heat the oil in a sauce pan over medium heat. Cook the onion and apple in the oil until the onion is transparent. Season with curry powder, stir in the water and molasses. Add the rice and cover. Cook over low heat until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed (about 30-40 minutes). Mix in the banana, then sprinkle the coconut on top. Cook a few minutes longer and serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings