In a saucepan, heat oil. Add garlic and spices; cook 30 seconds. Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil. Stir in rice; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is almost tender. Stir in prunes and green onion; cook an additional 5 minutes.

Variation
Herb Rice with Prunes omit cumin, ginger and cinnamon; add 2 tsp dried basil. Cook as above.