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Stovetop Rice Pilaf

By Linda Larsen, About.com Guide

Rice Pilaf

Rice Pilaf

Linda Larsen
This delicious pilaf recipe is so easy to make and is the perfect accompaniment to almost any meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2-1/4 cups long grain white rice
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. white pepper
  • 3-3/4 cups chicken broth, heated to boiling point

Preparation:

In heavy saucepan, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add rice and stir until the rice is coated with the butter. This will take 2-4 minutes; don't rush this step!

Season with salt and pepper, then add the hot chicken broth all at once. Cover and cook on medium-low heat for 15 minutes. Check the rice; if all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, it's done. If the rice isn't quite tender, cover pan and cook for 2-3 minutes longer. Fluff with a fork and serve. Serves 6

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