PATCHWORK RICE PILAF

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Colorful and versatile, this side dish is always popular at a picnic, potluck or special dinner. The apples bring a subtle sweetness to the rice. This pilaf goes well with a variety of main dish meats and always disappears quickly.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 celery ribs, chopped
2 large onions, chopped
4 medium carrots, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 medium tart red apples, chopped
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 packages (6.2 ounces each) fast-cooking long grain and wild rice mix
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or saucepan, saute the celery, onions, carrots and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Add the apples and mushrooms; saute for 2 minutes. Stir in the rice, contents of seasoning packets, broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer according to rice package directions or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Trevlyn Jood
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Lorena Anguiano
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mariana Garcia
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Muzmail Khan
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Laghari Laghari
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This recipe is a keeper! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


rana kazi
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


josh ray
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Snack app
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I'm not a huge fan of rice, but this recipe was amazing! The flavors were incredible and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mafia pubg
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mahinda Kapuwaththa
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I made this recipe for my family last night and they loved it! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sammie Raye
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! I followed the directions exactly and it turned out perfect. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.