MICROWAVE RICE PILAFF

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Foolproof and easy to prepare. Dish can be made ahead and reheated before serving. You can freeze the leftovers; it works! Feel free to add other herbs of your choice; when fresh herbs are around I am very generous and produce all kind of taste senstions.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 cups long-grain rice, white
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
3 cups chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon parsley

Steps:

  • In a 2 qt casserole dish, combine butter, rice, onions, celery and garlic.
  • Microwave 5 minutes on High.
  • Add chicken broth, thyme and parsley.
  • Cover and cook 15 minutes stirring twice during cooking time.
  • Let stand 10 minutes to finish cooking before serving.
  • Serves 6.
  • Tips:.
  • Use fresh herbs for best results.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 444.8, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 6.1

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