Basmati Rice with almonds

2 teaspoons olive oil 1 large onion , finely chopped 3 garlic cloves , finely chopped 1 large red bell pepper , cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 cup basmati rice 2[...]

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion 2 garlic cloves , minced 1/4 cup slivered almonds 1/4 cup coarsely chopped[...]