Almond Mushroom Rice

MarlaM's Note:

I came up with this when I wanted a rice side dish, but couldn't find one that fit my mood and ingredients I had on hand. The seasonings I used were pretty mild, so you can up the amounts or use others to give it the flavor to suit your taste. I think rosemary might be a nice addition.

• Total Time: 1 hrs
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 45 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion , chopped
• 6 ounces mushrooms , chopped
• ¼ cup slivered almond
• 3 garlic cloves , chopped
• 1 ½ cups white rice
• 3 ½ cups chicken stock
• ½-1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• ½ teaspoon grill mates monterey chicken seasoning
• ½ teaspoon lemon pepper

Directions:

1. Melt butter in a large pot, add onions and saute for 2-3 minutes, then add mushrooms and saute until onions and mushrooms are soft - about 5 minutes more.
2. Add almonds, garlic and rice and saute for another 5 minute or so, until rice starts to brown slightly.
3. Add chicken stock and seasonings. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 25 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit, covered for another 10 minutes.