Easy Microwave Rice Pilaf

This quick and easy side dish has a lot of flavor, is quick, and is mighty convenient when the stove is going full steam ahead. It's also easy to leave out or add to.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup  chopped onion
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped celery
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped green pepper
• 1 -2  tablespoon margarine
• 1  cup hot water
• 1⁄3 cup  uncooked rice
• 1  tablespoon chicken bouillon
• 1  dash garlic powder

Directions

1. Combine onion, celery, green pepper, and margarine in 1 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with garlic powder, cover, and microwave on high 3 to 5 minutes.
2. Stir in hot water, uncooked rice, and bouillon.
3. Microwave 5 minutes on high, then 10 to 12 minutes on 50 % power. Let stand 5 minutes, fluff with fork.