Chicken-Flavored Rice Mix

From Courtland, Minnesota, Florence Arbes gets a head start on a flavorful rice side dish with this mixture. With just five ingredients, it's simple to prepare and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 6 months. From Quick Cooking 2001

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 12-18
• Yields: 1 batch

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
• 3  tablespoons dried parsley flakes
• 1  tablespoon dried celery flakes
• 1  tablespoon  dried onion flakes
• 1  tablespoon sugar

• ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS

• 1  cup  uncooked long grain rice
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 2  cups water

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months. Yield: 3 batches (about 3/4 cup total).
2. To prepare rice: In a saucepan, saute rice in butter until lightly browned. Add water and about 1/4 cup of seasoning mix. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender. Yield: 4-6 servings.