MINTED RICE CASSEROLE

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The mild, minty flavor and almond crunch make this nice side dish for a meal with lamb. People will likely be impressed when you prepare this different and palate-pleasing rice casserole. -Ann Eastman Greenville, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 cup butter, cubed
Dash garlic salt
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried mint leaves
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Remove from the heat; add rice. Cover and let stand for 3 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well. , In a skillet, melt butter. Add rice and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until butter is almost absorbed, about 5 minutes. Turn into a 1-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with garlic salt. Pour broth over rice. , Cover and bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until most of liquid is absorbed. Add mint and fluff with a fork. Sprinkle almonds over top. Bake, uncovered, 5-10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 1155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.