RICE PILAF WITH TOMATOES

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We know there are box mixes out there but rice pilaf is quite easy to make. Add spicier herbs to liven up this side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, in juice
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat; add onion and rice. Cook, stirring frequently, until rice is golden, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes (and their juice), thyme, and 1 cup water; season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, tightly covered, until rice is tender, about 18 minutes. Let stand off heat, covered, 5 to 10 minutes. Fluff rice gently with fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 g, Fat 3 g, Protein 4 g

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