Seasoned Rice Pilaf

Seasoned Rice Pilaf

from goodcheapeats.com
35 min
6 servings

Boxed rice mixes are a thing of the past, especially when you know how to make a healthier, cheaper, and tastier seasoned rice pilaf yourself. Try this homemade rice-a-roni recipe today.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 cup long grain white rice
  • 1/4 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 2 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 2 cup water
  • salt and pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet with a lid, melt the butter over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Heat the oil in the pot on sauté. Add the rice and continue cooking, stirring, until the rice turns white and very lightly brown.