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Rice Pilafs and Blends

Rice Pilafs and Blends
Long Grain & Wild Rice - Original

Description

This classic combination of wild and long grain rice, blended with onions, garlic and spices is the perfect complement to special meals, holidays and family gatherings.

Near East® Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix is Kosher Certified *OU*.

Product formulations, packaging and promotions may change. For current information, refer to packaging on store shelves.

Ingredients

PARBOILED LONG GRAIN RICE, WILD RICE, SALT, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT*, PARSLEY*, ONIONS*, GARLIC*, SPICES, TURMERIC SPICE WHICH IMPARTS COLOR, NATURAL FLAVOR. *DRIED.

Nutrition Facts

Range Top Directions

  1. In medium saucepan, bring 1-3/4 cups water and 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil just to a boil.
  2. Stir in rice and contents of Spice Sack. Return to a boil.
  3. Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer 25 to 30 minutes or until most of water is absorbed.
  4. Fluff pilaf lightly with fork before serving.

Makes 3 cups

Microwave Directions

  1. In round 2-quart microwaveable glass casserole, combine rice, contents of Spice Sack, 3 cups water and 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil.
  2. Microwave uncovered, at HIGH 30 to 33 minutes or until most of water is absorbed.*
  3. Let stand about 5 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
  4. Fluff pilaf lightly with fork before serving.

* Microwave ovens may vary. Adjust times as needed.

Alternate Directions

Follow the above preparation directions, except omit butter or olive oil and add additional 3 tablespoons water. (For information about Sodium and other Nutrients, see the Ingredient and Nutrition Information listed with this product.)

High Altitude Preparation

At high altitudes, increase water to 2-3/4 cups and cooking time to 40 minutes.