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CONFETTI RICE



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Every forkful of tender rice is peppered with pretty pieces of pimientos, broccoli and carrots.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 cups water
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend
1 cup uncooked converted rice
1 cup chopped broccoli
1/2 cup shredded carrot (about 1 medium)
1 jar (2 oz) diced pimientos, drained

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat water, broth and seasoning blend to boiling. Stir in rice; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Stir in broccoli and carrot. Cover and cook about 5 minutes or until rice and broccoli are tender. Stir in pimientos. Let stand 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 115 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

CONFETTI RICE



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This is a very good low-fat recipe. Diced sweet red and green pepper--along with green peas and fresh parsley--add bright color to the simple rice dish. --Dorothy Bayes of Sardis, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
1/2 cup diced green pepper
1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. Stir in peppers. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender., Remove from the heat. Stir in peas. Cover and let stand for about 5 minutes or until heated through and liquid is absorbed. Stir in parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

CONFETTI RICE PILAF



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Make and share this Confetti Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small leeks or 1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
1 small carrot, peeled and shredded
1 small zucchini, shredded
3 cups hot water or 3 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil and saute onion for 3 minutes (until slightly soft).
  • Turn up heat to high and add rice.
  • Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the carrot and zucchini and cook for another minute.
  • Add the hot water or stock to rice and gently stir.
  • Bring up to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce heat to medium low.
  • Simmer for about 20 minutes, until rice is tender and cooking liquid has been absorbed.
  • Add the salt, pepper, parsley, and parmesan and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.6, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 1.5, Sodium 429.9, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.6, Protein 4.5

CONFETTI RICE



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Put a colorful side on your holiday plate with this 25-minute confetti rice recipe. Starting with Zatarain's Long Grain and Wild Rice, toasted pecans add crunch and just a tad of nuttiness. Mix bell pepper, onion, and black pepper, and let the celebration begin.

Provided by Zatarains

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/4 cups water
1 (7 ounce) package ZATARAIN'S® Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2/3 cup toasted chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil in medium saucepan. Stir in Rice Mix; return to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 25 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Spoon rice mixture into large bowl. Cool to room temperature. Fluff with fork.
  • Mix bell pepper, onion, oil, vinegar and black pepper in medium bowl. Add to rice mixture; mix well. Sprinkle with pecans. Serve immediately. Or, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. (Do not add pecans until ready to serve).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.1, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 3.9, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.3, Protein 1.3

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