RICE PILAF WITH PEAS

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A recipe that I got from my grandmother. One of my husbands favorite. It has a very unique flavor with the bacon. Wonderful side dish with chicken or fish.

Provided by Jen Andrews

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 -6 slices bacon, diced.
1 cup long grain rice
7 ounces chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 medium onion, diced
5 ounces frozen peas
1 cup water
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Brown diced bacon, and drain on a paper towel.
  • Drain all but 1/4 c.
  • drippings.
  • Cook onions in drippings till clear (about 5 mins.) Add uncooked rice, peas, broth, and pepper.
  • Cover with lid and bring to boil.
  • Turn burner to simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Add bacon crumbles, stir in and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.8, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 5.4, Sodium 563.6, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 7.3

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