Apple Almond Rice

A wonderful rice side dish to complement an autumn or winter-inspired meal.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 cup uncooked rice
1/3 cup chopped dried apples
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
2/3 cup apple juice
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 1/2 cups water

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine rice, apples, almonds, parsley, bouillon granules, apple juice, butter and water in 2 to 3-quart saucepan. For brown rice, use 1 3/4 cups water. For medium grain rice, use 1 cup water. Bring to a boil; stir once or twice. Lower heat to simmer; cover with tight-fitting lid. Cook 15 minutes (45 minutes for brown rice, 20 minutes for parboiled rice) or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork.

Makes 6 servings.

Recipe provided courtesy of USA Rice Federation.