Classic Rice Pilaf Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 onion, chopped 2 cups long-grain white rice 3 cups chicken stock 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 pinch saffron (optional) 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Melt butter and olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onion is lightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Combine rice and onion mixture in a 9×13-inch casserole dish placed on a baking sheet. Stir thoroughly to coat the rice. Combine chicken stock, salt, saffron, … Continue reading Classic Rice Pilaf

Brown Rice Pilaf Ingredients 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup uncooked brown rice 3 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 1 clove garlic, minced 2 carrots, sliced 2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms 1 cup chickpeas 2 eggs, beaten freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup chopped cashews Directions Bring 1-1/2 cups water to boil, add rice. Bring contents back to a boil, cover the pot and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until rice is tender. Approximately 20 minutes before rice is finished cooking heat the butter in a large skillet over medium … Continue reading Brown Rice Pilaf