Sarah's Rice Pilaf

Sarah's Rice Pilaf

Side Dish Rice Pilaf

This is a delicious twist to traditional rice.

Servings per recipe: 4
Calories per serving: 244
Preparation time: 10m
Total cooking time: 50m

Ingredients:


  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Directions:


  • 1   Melt the butter in a lidded skillet over medium-low heat. Cook and stir orzo pasta until golden brown. Stir in onion and cook until onion becomes translucent, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Mix in the rice and chicken broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Nutrion facts:


Total Fat 6.5g 10%
    Saturated Fat 4.0g  
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 524mg 21%
Potassium 100mg 3%
Total Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g 6%
Protein 5.9g 12%
Sugars 2g  
Vitamin A 179IU  
Vitamin C 2mg  
Calcium 20mg  
Iron 2mg  
Thiamin 0mg  
Niacin 3mg  
Vitamin B6 0mg  
Magnesium 22mg  
Folate 111mcg