Herb & Butter Rice

Submitted by clubfoody

"This Herb & Butter Rice is a delicious side dish to add to your folder. It only uses fresh ingredients making it healthier than the ones in the box! VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IVOXR9RQx8"

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 3 tablespoons clarified butter
• 1 cup basmati rice, rinse thoroughly and drained
• 1⁄2 cup orzo pasta
• 1⁄3 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1⁄4 cup celery, finely diced
• 1 garlic clove, pressed
• 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon herbes de provence
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon sea salt, ground
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

directions

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add butter, basmati and orzo. Stir well and sauté until the rice turns brown, about 7 minutes, stirring often. To this add, red onions, celery and pressed garlic; sauté for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
2. Pour in chicken broth and season with Herbes de Provence, basil, cayenne pepper, sea salt, freshly ground black pepper and parsley. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 to 17 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
3. Remove from the heat and fluff rice with a fork. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Makes 4 servings.